Who may qualify for Medicaid?
Medicaid eligibility depends on factors such as proof of citizenship/non-citizen status, income, assets, identity, household members, pregnancy, disability, other insurance or medical expenses, etc.
People who may qualify include:
- Adults with limited income
- Children and families
- Pregnant individuals
- Adults age 65 or older
- People who are blind or have disabilities
- People who need nursing facility care or services in their homes or communities
- Medicare recipients who need help paying certain Medicare costs
Eligibility requirements differ by program. Use Ohio’s eligibility checker for an initial estimate or submit an application to receive an official eligibility decision.