Apply where you currently live
Medicaid coverage is administered by states. A move can require a new application because Medicaid normally does not transfer automatically from one state to another.
Why the state matters
Eligibility groups, income standards, covered services, managed-care arrangements, application portals, and verification procedures can differ. The current state Medicaid agency must determine whether you meet its residency and eligibility rules.
If you recently moved
- Tell the former state Medicaid agency about the move and ask how coverage will end.
- Apply promptly in the new state rather than assuming the old coverage will continue.
- Keep notices from both states and avoid reporting contradictory residence information.
- Ask providers whether they accept the new state’s coverage after enrollment.
Temporary absence and special cases
Do not guess whether a temporary stay changes residency. Students, children in shared custody, institutionalized people, and people receiving long-term services may face special rules. Contact the relevant state agency for a determination.
Official source
Medicaid.gov — contact your state Medicaid agency