Medicaid

Medicaid can be confusing.  Get help from us. 

To get help with Medicaid, you can contact our Social Work and Outreach Department for assistance at 410-837-2050 ext. 8813.

What do you need to apply for Medicaid?

To apply for Medicaid or Medicare, our Social Work team will need you to bring the following items with you:

• Proof of income for one month - for everyone in your household
  • Last year's tax return or one month of your most recent pay stub(s)
  • Don't have an income? We have a form for you to fill out.
• Proof of identity
  • Photo ID (driver's license, state issued ID, passport, etc.)
  • Don't have a photo ID? Bring 2-3 proofs of identity such as medical records, your Social Security card, school records, etc.)
• Birth certificate or permanent resident card
• Social Security numbers
• Dates of birth for everyone in the household
• Proof of immigration status (Birth certificates, asylee/refugee approval, J-1/F-1/B-1 visa, Employment Authorization Card, Permanent Resident “Green” Card)
  • Don't have proof? Call us: 410-837-2050 ext. 8813

What is Medicaid and are you eligible for it?

Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for people with limited income and resources, including families, children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities. 

In Maryland, to be eligible for Medicaid you must:

• Be a Maryland resident 
• Be a U.S. Citizen or a qualified non-citizen
• Meet income limit for your coverage group

There are other situations where you may be eligible:

• Technical eligibility - for example, be a certain age or have a certain disability
• Financial eligibility, income and asset limits 
• Medical eligibility - for example, you need a certain level of care