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New Jersey Medicaid Program

undefined New Jersey Medicaid Program?


Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of Americans, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors and individuals with disabilities. In some states the program covers all low-income adults below a certain income level.

Note: Medicaid is sometimes referred to by state specific names. Regardless of the various names, the programs are still Medicaid and are governed by Federal Medicaid law and regulations.

Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of Americans, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors and individuals with disabilities. In some states the program covers all low-income adults below a certain income level.

Note: Medicaid is sometimes referred to by state specific names. Regardless of the various names, the programs are still Medicaid and are governed by Federal Medicaid law and regulations.

undefined New Jersey Medicaid Program?


To be eligible for New Jersey Medicaid, you must be a resident of the state of New Jersey, a U.S. national, citizen, permanent resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low income. You must also be one of the following:

  • Pregnant, or
  • Be responsible for a child 17 years of age or younger, or
  • Have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability.

In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size*Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1$20,030
2$27,186
3$34,341
4$41,496
5$48,652
6$55,807
7$62,963
8$70,118

*For households with more than eight people, add $7,155 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

undefined New Jersey Medicaid Program?


To apply online, please visit the online application portal.

For additional application information, visit the Apply for NJ FamilyCare page. You will be able to download an application form directly from the site.

You may also find out if you qualify through the Marketplace application.


To learn more about the program, please visit the New Jersey Medicaid page.

You may also use the County Welfare Agency list to find a service center near you.

For additional details, please visit the Medicaid & CHIP Policies page and select your state.

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