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North Dakota Medicaid Program

undefined North Dakota Medicaid Program?


Medicaid is a program designed to assist individuals and families who do not have health insurance, or who have health insurance that does not cover all of the individual's or family's medical needs. Medicaid eligibility is based on income, and in some cases, assets. It provides comprehensive health coverage, as well as assistance with Medicare premiums, coinsurance and deductibles. Coverage may begin up to three months prior to the month of application. Medicaid benefits are extended to the elderly, blind or disabled individuals, pregnant women, children to the age of 21 years, and parents of eligible children.

Medicaid is a program designed to assist individuals and families who do not have health insurance, or who have health insurance that does not cover all of the individual's or family's medical needs. Medicaid eligibility is based on income, and in some cases, assets. It provides comprehensive health coverage, as well as assistance with Medicare premiums, coinsurance and deductibles. Coverage may begin up to three months prior to the month of application. Medicaid benefits are extended to the elderly, blind or disabled individuals, pregnant women, children to the age of 21 years, and parents of eligible children.

undefined North Dakota Medicaid Program?


To be eligible for North Dakota Medicaid, you must be a resident of the state of North Dakota, 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 21 years of age or younger, or
  • Blind, or
  • Have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability, or
  • Be 65 years of age or older.

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.


For additional program information related to the North Dakota Medicaid Program, including brochures, applications, and Frequently Asked Questions, please visit the North Dakota Medicaid page. 

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