Medicaid is a state-operated, federally- and state-funded health insurance program for low-income individuals that meet other qualifications, such as having a disability, being age 65 or older, or being pregnant or a minor. If you have an upcoming doctor's appointment or are unsure whether you were awarded Medicaid benefits after your initial application or periodic review, contact your local or state Medicaid office to inquire about the status of your Medicaid.
Instructions
1. Find your local or state Medicaid office's contact information if you do not already have it. The National Association of State Medicaid Directors maintains a list of every state Medicaid office's contact information (see Resources).
2. Gather the necessary identifying information prior to contacting your local or state Medicaid office. You will need your date of birth, Social Security number, full legal name and current address. If you have your Medicaid number, find this too. If not, you can inquire about the number when you contact the state Medicaid office.
3. Contact your local or state Medicaid office, and provide them with the information you gathered. The Medicaid office can inform you of whether or not your initial Medicaid application was approved, if your Medicaid was discontinued due to failure to turn in specific information or failure to meet other requirements, or if your Medicaid was approved or resumed after a periodic review.
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