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Under the expanded eligibility guidelines, Medicaid is available in North Carolina to a single adult with annual income up to about $20,782 in 2024 (this is 138% of the federal poverty level), and to adults in a family of three with a household income up to about $35,631/year.

Most North Carolina residents living in assisted living facilities pay their own costs. Generally speaking, Medicaid does not cover room and board fees in assisted living facilities. However, if you have little income and few assets, you may qualify for a program that helps pay for assisted living facilities.

An adult ages 19-64 may be eligible if the family income is $2,351/month or less. An adult ages 65+ may be eligible for full Medicaid if the family income is $1,704/month or less, and for other programs if the family income is $2,300/month or less. Additional requirements apply.

S-ABD, SSI cases Full Medicaid coverage only if a Medicaid application is submitted • Beneficiaries receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) -Federal cash assistance program for the aged, blind, and disabled, are automatically entitled to Medicaid. No separate application or Medicaid determination is required.

Who is eligible for California Medicaid? Household Size*Maximum Income Level (Per Year) 1 $20,030 2 $27,186 3 $34,341 4 $41,4964 more rows

Income & Asset Limits for Eligibility April 2024 – March 2025 North Carolina Medicaid Long-Term Care Eligibility for Seniors Type of MedicaidSingleMarried (both spouses applying) Regular Medicaid / Aged Blind and Disabled $1,255 / month $1,704 / month3 more rows • Mar 26, 2024

Adults ages 19 through 64 earning up to 138% of the federal poverty line (e.g., singles earning about $1,730/month or families of three earning about $2,970/month) may be eligible. The best way to apply is online through ePASS or HealthCare.gov; you can also apply in-person, by phone or mailed applications.