Rural residents work hard to provide for their households
whether they are alone, a single parent, or supporting a
family. Adults who may not have been previously eligible for
health insurance may now receive low-cost or free
coverage.
Missouri Medicaid expansion is here thanks to the
dedication of rural voters. Insurance provided through MO
Your Health is Worth It
Relying on emergency visits for health care comes
with a high cost for both patients and providers.
Affordable health insurance allows individuals to
invest in their health, decreasing the likelihood of
needing emergency care. When patients proactively
care for themselves, they are less likely to develop
health complications later.
Accidents happen. Even if you and your family are
healthy, emergency visits are costly and in rural
areas especially, services may not be available. To
prevent risk of injury or illness, invest in routine care
for yourself and your loved ones. Your health is worth
it.
Missouri residents are encouraged to check eligibility
status as the rules have changed. Even if you were
denied before, you may now be able to receive
coverage. Eligibility for MO HealthNet depends on
your income, age, health, and individual needs.
Missouri Medicaid covers a wide range of care for a
variety of incomes, placing affordable health care
within reach.
Apply for Missouri Medicaid through MO HealthNet:
• Through the online portal.
• By phone at 855-373-9994.
• By completing an application (aplicación Español) on
your computer.
• By downloading & printing an application (aplicación
Español).
You must complete & submit the Supplemental Form
(Forma Español) with your application if you:
• Are blind or disabled.
• Get Social Security.
• Have VA health care.
Send your paper application and forms by email, mail, or
fax to:
• Email: FSD.Documents@dss.mo.gov
• Family Support Division
615 E 13th St
Kansas City, MO 64106
• Fax: 573-526-9400
The Family Support Division will process your application
and any supporting documentation as soon as they
receive it. Processing began October 1, 2021, and may take
up to 45 days. Once your application is processed, you will
get a letter that lets you know if you are eligible for health
care coverage or not. If you are approved, you will receive
a MO HealthNet Identification Card and information
explaining the type of services and coverage you have.
You will need to follow the instructions in this letter for your
coverage to begin.
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HealthNet covers annual checkups, prescription medicines,
telehealth visits, mental health services, dental care, and
more.
Find out if you qualify and enroll:
https://mydss.mo.gov/healthcare/apply
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#MedicaidExpansion
