New rules for Medicaid are coming soon. Find out if these changes apply to you.
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 5 year waiting period.
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.
