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PA Medicaid (Medical Assistance) + CHIP

Run by PA Department of Human Services, a state agency

Pennsylvania expanded Medicaid covering adults up to 138% FPL. PA also has strong CHIP coverage for children up to 317% FPL, one of the highest income limits in the nation.

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Full health coverage, $0 to low premiums
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Rolling
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PA Department of Human Services
State

Who it's for

  • PA resident
  • Medicaid: adults 19–64, income ≤138% FPL
  • CHIP: children under 19, income ≤317% FPL

PA Department of Human Services 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 compass.state.pa.us

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PA Medicaid (Medical Assistance) + CHIP 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. PA Department of Human Services decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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