Medicaid Expansion Is Here
Date: 05/04/16
New Affordable Health Coverage for Louisiana
Thanks to Healthy Louisiana, more residents can get Medicaid coverage than ever before. It’s the state’s new Medicaid expansion program.
Who can enroll?
- Louisiana residents, ages 19-64
- Not already enrolled in Medicaid
- Not eligible for Medicare
- Must have a household income below $16,395 per year for an individual or $33,534 per year for a family of four.
See healthy.la.gov for more household income thresholds.
All the essentials are covered, including:
- Doctor, hospital, and emergency services
- Laboratory and x-ray services
- Maternity and newborn care
- Mental health and substance abuse treatment
- Prescription drugs
- Rehabilitative services and supplies
- Transportation to appointments
- Vision care
There are three ways to apply:
- Online at www.healthy.la.gov
- Call 1-888-342-6207
- In person: Visit dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/page/262 to find an application assister near you.