How do you apply for MassHealth?
How do you apply for MassHealth?
How to enroll
- Online. The fastest way to enroll in a health plan is online.
- By phone. Call the MassHealth Customer Service Center. We can help. (800) 841-2900.
- By mail. Fill out a MassHealth Health Plan Enrollment Form. English.
- By fax. You can fax your MassHealth Health Plan Enrollment Form to (617) 988-8903.
What qualifies a person for MassHealth?
You must be a resident of Massachusetts to get MassHealth or other health care benefits that are funded by the Commonwealth. You live in Massachusetts and either intend to reside in Massachusetts, with or without a fixed address, or have entered Massachusetts with a job commitment or seeking employment.
How long does it take to be approved for MassHealth?
Q: How long does it take MassHealth to respond? MassHealth usually responds with their decision within 2-3 weeks.
What documents do you need to apply for MassHealth?
What you need
- Social Security numbers, if you have them, for every household member who is applying.
- Federal tax returns, if you file.
- Information about citizenship or national status or immigration status.
- Employer and income information for everyone in your household (for example, from paystubs or wage statements)
Do I need to enroll in MassHealth every year?
Learn more from MassHealth. Most members will need to resubmit an application to MassHealth every year so that they can confirm that you still qualify for healthcare coverage.
How does MassHealth verify income?
MassHealth uses an electronic data match to compare your current yearly income to your past federal tax return, if your current income is less, it will ask for proof of your current monthly income.
Who can help me apply for MassHealth?
We are here to help you enroll.
- To get in-person help, talk to a Certified Application Counselor or Navigator.
- For questions or help, call us at 1-800-841-2900 (TTY: 1-800-497-4648).
- There are no enrollment events currently scheduled.
Who qualifies for MassHealth?
To qualify for ConnectorCare: You must live in Massachusetts. You must be a U.S. citizen or a “lawfully present” non-citizen. Your income must be 3 times the federal poverty level for your family size or lower.
What is poverty level in MA for one person?
2021 Government Poverty Guidelines
| Household Size | 100% of Poverty | 200% of Poverty |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12,880 | $25,760 |
| 2 | $17,420 | $34,840 |
| 3 | $21,960 | $43,920 |
| 4 | $26,500 | $53,000 |
How much money can you have in the bank and still get MassHealth?
You can only have up to $2,000 in savings, although there are certain types of assets that are not counted towards this limit.
Can you own a house and be on MassHealth?
In most instances, you can own a home and still get MassHealth coverage of your health or long-term care. While MassHealth has strict income and asset limits on eligibility, in most cases it doesn’t count the home against those limits. spouse is living at home, you can keep it no matter its value.
Can I have MassHealth and Medicare?
One Care is a way to get your MassHealth and Medicare benefits together. One Care offers services that you can’t get when your MassHealth and Medicare benefits are separate. With One Care, you have one plan, one card, and one person to coordinate your care.
Is MassHealth and Medicare the same?
Medicare is primarily based on your age and whether or not you have a disability. So it’s mostly for those 65 and older, or younger people with disabilities. MassHealth funds many programs for people who need care. Medicare is a federal health insurance program that comes in several parts.
Do you have to pay for MassHealth?
If you have, or have access to, other health insurance, MassHealth may pay all or part of your household’s health insurance premiums. For more information, see Other health insurance and MassHealth Premium Assistance.
What is the income level to qualify for MassHealth?
Who is eligible for Massachusetts MassHealth (Medicaid)?
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $17,131 |
| 2 | $23,169 |
| 3 | $29,207 |
| 4 | $35,245 |