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TennCare insurance is NOT Medicare – it is strictly a Medicaid program. While Medicare is for Tennessee senior citizens, Medicaid is for low-income Tennessee residents of all ages. Some people will be eligible for both! If you are eligible for TennCare, you will begin with TennCare Medicaid.

TennCare is the state of Tennessee's Medicaid program. It provides healthcare to mostly low-income pregnant women, parents or caretakers of a minor child, children and individuals who are elderly or have a disability. To get Medicaid, you must meet the income and resource limits. You can apply anytime for TennCare.

TennCare's Track Record. One of the reasons the Clinton health care proposal failed is that the Administration and its congressional supporters had not promoted the provision of basic coverage--the "bare bones" benefits that would assure an adequate level of care.

If your PCP wants you to go to a specialist, he or she will set up the appointment with the specialist for you. Wellness and Preventive Care: TennCare covers most medical services necessary for physical and mental health, including hospital, physician, and pharmacy services.

Their household income is at or below 250% of the federal poverty level (FPL). For a family size of 2 that is $49,300 per year. For a family of four that is $75,000 per year. For more information look at the last column on the Income Guidelines chart.

Their household income is at or below 250% of the federal poverty level (FPL). For a family size of 2 that is $49,300 per year. For a family of four that is $75,000 per year. For more information look at the last column on the Income Guidelines chart.

Wellness and Preventive Care: TennCare covers most medical services necessary for physical and mental health, including hospital, physician, and pharmacy services. If you are having problems getting the medical care you need and want help working with your health plan call us at 1-800-758-1638.