Upcoming Medicaid Changes
Beginning on December 1, 2023, NC Medicaid will cover people ages 19 through 64 years with higher incomes. You may be able to get healthcare coverage through Medicaid even if you didn’t qualify before.
Medicaid pays for doctor visits, yearly check-ups, emergency care, mental health and more – at little to no cost.
NC Medicaid covers most health services, including:
Primary care
So you can go to a doctor for a check-up or when you are not feeling well
Hospital services
When you need to stay overnight (inpatient) or when you can go home the same day (outpatient)
Maternity and postpartum care
If you are pregnant and after giving birth
Vision and hearing services
Prescription drug benefits
To pay for your medicines
Behavioral health
preventative and wellness services
Devices and other therapies
Most people will be able to get healthcare coverage through Medicaid if they meet the criteria below. And if you were eligible before, you still are. Nothing changes for you.
- You live in North Carolina
- Age 19-64
- You are a citizen. Some non-U.S. citizens can also get health care coverage through Medicaid.
- And if your household income fits within the accompanying chart.
Household size and annual income
- Single Adults $20,120 or less
- Family of 2 $27,214 or less
- Family of 3 $34,307 or less
- Family of 4 $41,400 or less
- Family of 5 $48,493 or less
- Family of 6 $55,586 or less