200bMedicaid provides medical assistance to eligible low-income Kentuckians. Use the links below to learn more about some available programs and services. If members have any questions, please contact Member Services at (800) 635-2570.
The Kentucky Medicaid program provides medical assistance to individuals meeting income, resource and technical eligibility requirements. The income limit is $217 and resource limit is $2,000 for an individual. If an individual's income exceeds $217, spenddown eligibility may apply.
MAGI methodology is used to determine eligibility for children, pregnant women, parent/caretaker relatives, and low income adults between the ages 19-64.
Please Note: Residents should call (855) 459-6328 if they would like to update their name, date of birth, or Social Security number. The user must log into kynect benefits first before they can begin the Report a Change.
The Kentucky Medicaid program provides medical assistance to individuals meeting income, resource and technical eligibility requirements. The income limit is $217 and resource limit is $2,000 for an individual. If an individual's income exceeds $217, spenddown eligibility may apply.
Kentucky Medicaid Works Program for Disabled Individuals To qualify, eligible applicants must earn less than 200% of the federal poverty level and not exceed $4,000 in personal assets. The maximum qualifying income for people with disabilities in Kentucky is $1,980 per month or $23,760 annually.
Federal Poverty Level thresholds to qualify for Medicaid The Federal Poverty Level is determined by the size of a family for the lower 48 states and the District of Columbia. For example, in 2022 it is $13,590 for a single adult person, $27,750 for a family of four and $46,630 for a family of eight.
For Medi-Cal, you must report it within 10 days. To report changes, call Covered California at (800) 300-1506 or sign in to your online account. You can also find a Licensed Insurance Agent, Certified Enrollment Counselor or county eligibility worker who can provide free assistance in your area.
Medicaid Works in Kentucky is a program for employed people with disabilities. To qualify, eligible applicants must earn less than 200% of the federal poverty level and not exceed $4,000 in personal assets. The maximum qualifying income for people with disabilities in Kentucky is $1,980 per month or $23,760 annually.