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Family Medicaid
You may be eligible for assistance through the Department of Children and Families if you are a Florida resident or intend to remain in Florida and meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Child under 21 residing with parent(s) and not married
- Pregnant
- Custodial parent with the youngest child 17 or under
- Grandparent with custody of minor children
Your household income and assets must meet specified criteria, which will vary by program. Your income may be high but you could still qualify for the share of cost program if you meet other criteria.
For more information about Family Medicaid and other financial assistance programs available from the State of Florida, visit the Florida Department of Children and Families Web site or call 1-866-762-2237.
| Medicaid Checklist |
| * Please download the checklist of Medicaid requirements that you will be required to provide in order to be enrolled in Medicaid. Providing copies of these items upon completion of a Medicaid application will expedite your enrollment. |
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Adult Medicaid
You may be eligible for assistance through the Department of Children and Families if you are a Florida resident or intend to remain in Florida and meet at least one of the following criteria:
Your household income and assets must meet specified criteria that will vary by program. Your income may be high but you could qualify for the share of cost program if you meet other criteria.
Special adult programs are available with unique criteria that include coverage for Medicare premiums, co-pays and deductibles, care at home, nursing home costs or Hospice services.
If you have a medical condition that is considered to be disabling for greater than 12 months, visit the Social Security Administration website or call 1-800-772-1213 to apply for benefits.
For more information about Family or Adult Medicaid and other financial assistance programs available from the State of Florida, visit the Florida Department of Children and Families Web site or call 1-866-762-2237.
| Medicaid Checklist |
| * Please download the checklist of Medicaid requirements that you will be required to provide in order to be enrolled in Medicaid. Providing copies of these items upon completion of a Medicaid application will expediate your enrollment. |
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County Assistance
You may be eligible for assistance through your county of residence. Eligibility criteria varies by county and usually includes income, asset and residency criteria. Visit the website of your county of residence to learn more about assistance programs available to you in your county:
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