Medicaid furnishes medical assistance to eligible low-income families and to eligible aged, blind and/or disabled people whose income is insufficient to meet the cost of necessary medical services. Medicaid pays for: doctor visits, hospital care, labs, prescription drugs, transportation, routine shots for children, mental health and substance abuse services. Apply for Medicaid.

• Delaware Medicaid providers may access the Delaware Medical Assistance Provider portal.

IMPORTANT: New federal rules will change Medicaid eligibility requirements for non U.S. citizens starting October 1, 2026, and will require work or community engagement beginning January 1, 2027 for those currently covered as part of the Adult Medical Expansion group. Read more at Medicaid ENGAGE to see how these federal changes may apply to your household.

Eligibility

• You can have a car, bank account, and a home and still qualify for Medicaid. DMMA does not look at any of your resources when determining your eligibility for Medicaid.
• You can work and still qualify for Medicaid.
• Some persons can have other insurance and still receive Medical Assistance.
• Low-income uninsured adults between the ages of 19 and 65 may qualify for Medicaid.
• Certain children living with stepparents, grandparents, or siblings with income may receive Medicaid.
• Needy families with children may be eligible for Medicaid if they are part of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.
• When a family getting a welfare check starts working and leaves welfare they still may receive Medicaid.
• Low-income pregnant women and children under age 19 may qualify for Medicaid.
• Most women of child bearing age may be eligible for birth control and family planning services for up to 24 months after their regular Medicaid stops.
• You may qualify for retroactive eligibility.

Most people receiving Medicaid are enrolled with one of the managed care plans under the Diamond State Health Plan.