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Kentucky Medicaid is a state and federal program authorized by Title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide health care for eligible, low-income populations. These populations include children, low-income families, pregnant women, the aged, and the disabled. Eligibility for these groups is determined by several factors, including family size, income, and the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Eligibility for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the aged, blind, or disabled are based on additional requirements such as income and resource limits.
Community Health for Improved Lives and Development (CHILD) Waiver
The Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) and the Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (BHDID) have developed a new 1915(c) Home and Community Based Services waiver. The Community Health for Improved Lives and Development, or CHILD, waiver aims to keep individuals age 21 and younger with complex, multi-system needs safe, healthy, and as independent as possible within their communities and families. DMS is accepting public comments on the proposed application as part of the federal approval process for a new waiver. Additional information and instructions on submitting a comment are available here.
Section 1115 Demonstration: Community Engagement
In accordance with 42 CFR 431.408, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) announces its intention to file a Section 1115(a) Demonstration proposal with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), to request implementation of a Community Engagement Waiver Program.
For more information on community engagement or the Section 1115 Demonstration, please visit this page for additional information.
Important Update Regarding Anthem Managed Care
Anthem Kentucky Managed Care Plan, Inc. will no longer be a Kentucky Medicaid Managed Care Organization starting Jan. 1, 2025. Please visit this page for additional information.
Medicaid Eligibility
Medicaid offers several different programs and services depending on the type of Medicaid you are eligible for and your particular medical needs.
If you are a Medicaid member or interested in applying for Medicaid, please click the Members button above.
Annual Renewals
Need to Find a Medicaid Provider?
To find a Medicaid-enrolled provider, please visit here to be taken to the Kentucky Medicaid Provider Directory.