Welfare Info

Montana Medicaid

Montana

What is Montana Medicaid?

Montana Medicaid seeks to facilitate access to a set of basic health care benefits for all Montana citizens with a priority for those most in need and create an environment where all recipients take an active role in their individual health care.

Administration

Montana Medicaid is administered by Montana.

Program Requirements

Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01

To be eligible for Montana Medicaid, you must be a resident of the state of Montana, a U.S. national, citizen, permanent resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low income. You must also be one of the following:

  • Pregnant, or
  • Be responsible for a child 18 years of age or younger, or
  • Blind, or
  • Have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability, or
  • Be 65 years of age or older.

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

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size* Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1 $15,060
2 $20,440
3 $25,820
4 $31,200
5 $36,580
6 $41,960
7 $47,340
8 $52,720

*For households with more than eight people, add $5,380 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

Contact Info

1-800-362-8312

How to Apply

Apply for Medicaid

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