New rules for Medicaid are coming soon. Find out if these changes apply to you.
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New rules for Medicaid are coming soon. Find out if these changes apply to you.
Only certain immigration statuses qualify an individual to receive Medicaid.
Effective Oct. 1, 2026, eligibility for Medicaid coverage will be limited to:
A limited number of groups are exempt from the five-year requirement. Children under 21 are not subject to the five-year requirement. Pregnant individuals of any immigration status are eligible for Medicaid. For more information, visit: https://health.maryland.gov/mmcp/medicaid-mch-initiatives/Pages/healthybabies.aspx
Enrollment in Medicaid is year-round. To see if may qualify you to enroll, apply at MarylandHealthConnection.gov or find free, in-person help at MarylandHealthConnection.gov/find-help.
