Medicaid is a federal and state-funded health insurance program that provides full coverage for some vulnerable low-income North Carolinians. It improves access to healthcare and health outcomes for North Carolinians by increasing access to primary care providers, regular checkups, preventative care, and care for chronic conditions.
There are many different types or categories of Medicaid, each with its own income limits compared to the federal poverty line (FPL). Medicaid expansion is the newly implemented program in the state of North Carolina, covering adults aged 19-64 who meet the income requirements. This expands coverage to college students, working parents, childless adults, and more.
Have questions or think you may be eligible? Make a free appointment with a Health Insurance Navigator at Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy Call 980-256-3782 or visit the website ncnavigator.org to schedule your free phone appointment today!
- On March 27, 2023, Governor Cooper signed the Medicaid Expansion into law.
- NC is the 41st state to expand Medicaid (Including the District of Columbia)
- As July 2024, more than 500,000 people have enrolled in MXP
Who will be able to get health coverage through NC Medicaid?
Most people can get health care coverage through NC Medicaid if they meet the criteria below. If you were eligible before, you still are. Eligibility criteria:
- You live in North Carolina
- Age 19 through 64
- You are a citizen (some non-U.S. citizens can get health coverage through NC Medicaid)
- If your household income fits within the following chart:
Click here for a Medicaid PDF with more information.