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Maine MaineCare

undefined Maine MaineCare?


MaineCare is Maine’s Medicaid program. It is funded by the federal and state government. MaineCare provides free or low-cost health insurance and other health benefits to Mainers who meet certain requirements, usually based on income, disability, or age. MaineCare helps to ensure that all Maine people are able to access the critical health services, both preventative and emergency, that enable them to live healthy, safe, and resilient lives.

MaineCare is Maine’s Medicaid program. It is funded by the federal and state government. MaineCare provides free or low-cost health insurance and other health benefits to Mainers who meet certain requirements, usually based on income, disability, or age. MaineCare helps to ensure that all Maine people are able to access the critical health services, both preventative and emergency, that enable them to live healthy, safe, and resilient lives.

undefined Maine MaineCare?


MaineCare (Maine’s Medicaid program) provides free and low-cost coverage for Mainers who meet requirements based on household composition, income, and/or disability status. MaineCare covers doctor visits, emergencies, substance use disorder treatment, prescription drugs, and more. With the expansion of MaineCare in 2019, more individuals are now eligible. For more information about MaineCare eligibility, visit the Office for Family Independence website.

You can apply for MaineCare, and other benefits, directly through My Maine Connection.

To see what health coverage options are available to you and to find out if you qualify for a free or low-cost health plan, go to: MaineCare and Cub Care on CoverME.Gov.

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 $19,392
2 $26,228
3 $33,064
4 $39,900
5 $46,737
6 $53,573
7 $60,409
8 $67,245

*For households with more than eight people, add $6,836 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.


MaineCare (formerly Medicaid) is a "Federal/State" program which provides assistance to people with limited resources. Specifically, MaineCare can help eligible Maine resident with their health care payments.

For more information on MaineCare please visit: Contact Us | Department of Health and Human Services.

To see if you are eligible, to apply, or to report changes, call 1-855-797-4357. You can also email.

TTY users dial 711.