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Maryland Medical Assistance Program

Medicaid, also called Medical Assistance, is a program that pays the medical bills of certain needy and low-income individuals. It is administered by the state and pays medical bills with Federal and state funds. Medicaid coverage is automatically...

What is Maryland Medical Assistance Program?

Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of Americans, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors and individuals with disabilities. In some states the program covers all low-income adults below a certain income level.

Note: Medicaid is sometimes referred to by state specific names. Regardless of the various names, the programs are still Medicaid and are governed by Federal Medicaid law and regulations.

Program Requirements

Medicaid programs must follow Federal guidelines, but they vary somewhat from state to state.

In general for this benefit program, you must be a U.S. national, citizen, legal alien or permanent resident, and have low income.

You must also be a resident of the state of Maryland.

 

 

 

In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:

Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $15,800
2 $21,307
3 $26,813
4 $32,319
5 $37,825
6 $43,331
7 $48,851
8 $54,384

*For households with more than eight people, add $5,533 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

Application Details

What is the application process for Maryland Medical Assistance Program?

To apply online, please visit the Maryland Health Connection online application portal.

You may also find out if you qualify through the Marketplace application.