Medicaid

Find out if you are eligible!

What is Medicaid?

Medicaid is health insurance that will pay for your medical care.

icaid is health insurance that will pay for your medical care.

What does Medicaid cover?

• Doctor visits
• Dental care
• Hospitalizations, emergency services, and transportation
• Maternity and newborn care
• Mental health and substance abuse services
• Prescription medicines
• Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
• Laboratory services (x-rays, blood work)
• Wellness visits and preventative services (immunizations, mammograms, colonoscopy)
• Family planning services

Who can get Medicaid?

If you are a U.S. citizen or have been a legal permanent resident for at least 5 years AND your family’s income is less than the amounts listed below, you likely qualify for Medicaid though expansion: 

 

• By Phone: Call 1-888-342-6207
• In person: Visit a local health clinic for in-person assistance with your application.To find one near you, call (504) 658-2053 or visit: 504healthnet.org
• Online: at healthy.la.gov

Eligibility

To see if you eligible for Medicaid, click here.