Medicaid Medically Needy / Spend-Down Program
Run by State Medicaid Agencies, a federal agency
33 states have a 'Medically Needy' pathway that lets people with high medical bills qualify for Medicaid even if income is above normal limits. Medical bills reduce ('spend down') your countable income.
- Award
- Full Medicaid coverage after meeting spend-down
- Deadline
- Rolling, apply immediately after medical event
- Run by
- State Medicaid Agencies
- Federal
Who it's for
- Medical expenses that bring income below Medicaid threshold
- Serious illness, disability, or ongoing medical need
- Available in: CA, NY, FL, PA, MA, MD, MN, CT, DC, and others
State Medicaid Agencies decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
Apply at medicaid.govOpens in a new tab. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.
Medicaid Medically Needy / Spend-Down Program is one option. What else may help?
Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. State Medicaid Agencies decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.