Below are general requirements for the MSP:
For a full list of requirements visit Medicare.gov’s Medicare Savings Program page.
Only the state can determine if an individual qualifies for coverage under one of the programs. Many states apply different standards and methods to determine MSP eligibility. Some states, for example, have no resources for these programs or figure the income and resources differently.
If you would like to find out if you are eligible for any of Social Security's benefit programs, use the U.S. Social Security Administration’s (SSA's) Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool.
Once you have completed the eligibility screening questionnaire, you will be provided with a list of benefits for which you may be eligible. Print this page for your records before going to the application site.
Once you know which benefits you may be eligible for, go to the Medicare Benefits page to apply online.
You may also call your State Medicaid Program to see if you qualify and to apply.
To view a model application in other languages, visit the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Forms and Publications Page to download a model application.
For more information about Medicare, visit CMS’ Medicare page.
Visit SSA's Publications Page for detailed information about SSA programs and policies.
You may also contact Social Security by phone at:
1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-325-0778)