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    Delaware Medicaid Eligibility

    Delaware Medicaid Eligibility

    Medicaid furnishes medical assistance to eligible low-income families and to eligible aged, blind and/or disabled people whose income is insufficient to meet the cost of necessary medical services. Medicaid pays for: doctor visits, hospital care, labs, prescription drugs, transportation, routine shots for children, mental health and substance abuse services. Apply for Medicaid.

    Eligibility

    • You can have a car, bank account, and a home and still qualify for Medicaid. DMMA does not look at any of your resources when determining your eligibility for Medicaid.
    • You can work and still qualify for Medicaid.
    • Some persons can have other insurance and still receive Medical Assistance.
    • Low-income uninsured adults between the ages of 19 and 65 may qualify for Medicaid.
    • Certain children living with stepparents, grandparents, or siblings with income may receive Medicaid.
    • Needy families with children may be eligible for Medicaid if they are part of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.
    • When a family getting a welfare check starts working and leaves welfare they still may receive Medicaid.
    • Low-income pregnant women and children under age 19 may qualify for Medicaid.
    • Most women of child bearing age may be eligible for birth control and family planning services for up to 24 months after their regular Medicaid stops.
    • You may qualify for retroactive eligibility.

    Most people receiving Medicaid are enrolled with one of the managed care plans under the Diamond State Health Plan.