The Washington D.C. Medicaid program provides low-income families with a chance to seek affordable healthcare options they normally would not be able to afford. Most petitioners seeking healthcare wonder, “What is Medicaid and can I become eligible for benefits?” Medicaid is a government-funded health care program that offers medical services and necessary treatments to eligible beneficiaries. It is important for potential applicants to learn as much information about Medicaid as possible, especially in Washington D.C., their place of residency. Understanding the most basic components of D.C. Medicaid insurance, including eligibility rules, income requirements and the services Medicaid will cover and will not cover can make the application process much simpler in the long run. To learn more about Medicaid guidelines and services, download our free guide today.

Washington DC Medicaid insurance includes a specific set of services that are covered under the umbrella of the Medicaid program. These Medicaid covered services include both federally mandated services required by law and services that Washington D.C. elects to cover for its residents based on district funding. The services that Medicaid covers are considered medically necessary, while elective services such as cosmetic surgeries are excluded. It is worth it for applicants to learn information about Medicaid services and coverages in order to be prepared for any sort of medical emergency. A program related to Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), ensures that children up to 19 years of age from low-income households are covered even if their household surpasses the eligibility requirements for Medicaid.

It is also important for applicants to stay up-to-date with as much Medicaid information as possible, especially when it comes to any changes that may occur. Medicaid in Washington D.C. can change depending on policies enacted by the government, which can ultimately change an applicant’s coverage or a potential petitioner’s eligibility. For instance, the Affordable Care Act Medicaid Expansion extended Medicaid services to petitioners who normally would be ineligible, as long as their state opted in to the expansion. To learn more about Medicaid in D.C., continue reading the topics below.