Meet your state’s Medicaid eligibility rules
Have income within your state’s limit
Have limited assets if your state uses asset tests
Be a U.S. citizen or qualified noncitizen
Be a resident of the state where you apply
Fall into an eligible category such as:
Pregnant
A child
A parent or caretaker of a child
Age 65 or older
Blind
Disabled
Apply through your state Medicaid agency or health insurance marketplace
Provide proof of income, identity, residency, and immigration status if required
Renew coverage when your state asks for updated information