- Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP) provides free health care to eligible pregnant women and children with low to average incomes. Eligibility depends on family size and income.
- Maryland Children’s Health Premium Program provides health care to eligible children at a low monthly premium for all middle-income families with no health insurance. Eligibility depends on family size and income.
- Medical Assistance for Families will provide comprehensive health care to parents and other family members caring for children. Eligibility depends on family size and income.
- Medical Assistance for Adults will provide medical assistance for single adults. Eligibility depends on family size and income.
How To Apply
1. In Person at the following locations: (Click on the facility for address, phone and hours of operation).- Maryland Health Connection
- Maryland Health Connection
- Village At Lakeview Neighborhood Network Community Center
- Highland Center
- Harford County Health Department - Bel Air
Frequently Asked Questions
- I am pregnant and live with my parents, who signs the application?
- Can I apply for my grandchild (or niece, brother, etc.), if they live with me?
- When can I see a doctor?
- What do I do after I receive MCHP, MA or MCHP Premium?
- I am a parent or a family member caring for a child (or children) who are enrolled in medical assistance. May I apply?
- I am eligible for medical assistance. Can I receive coverage for my unpaid medical bills?
- Can I apply for food stamps and/or day care subsidies at the same time as medical assistance?
- Who do I contact if I have more questions?
- Where can I find a list of benefits covered by Medical Assistance?
- Can a single adult apply for Medical Assistance?
- Where can I find out about the affordable health care for small business?
- When will I find out if I’m eligible?
- Where do I get help if I have a problem with my MCO?
Customer Rights and Responsibilities
Maryland Medical Assistance Programs
MCHP – MCHP-Premium – Medical Assistance for Families-Medical Assistance for Adults
Civil Rights – The application will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or political belief. The applicant can request a hearing if he/she believe the State of Maryland, in processing his/her application, has made an error or if he/she feels discrimination occurred. The applicant has the right to appeal any action taken by the Department. If the applicant asks for a hearing, his/her case manager can help him/her put the request in writing. At his/her hearing, the applicant can speak for his or herself or have someone else represent him/her. He/she has a right to a written notice of all decisions affecting his/her eligibility. Please see the Summary of Procedures for Fair Hearings attachment for more information.
