Program Description
The Medicaid program furnishes medical assistance to eligible Delaware low-income families and to eligible aged, blind and/or disabled people whose income is insufficient to meet the cost of necessary medical services. Medicaid pays for: doctor visits, hospital care, labs, prescription drugs, transportation, routine shots for children, mental health and substance abuse services.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Delaware, a US national, citizen, permanent resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low income. Some individuals must meet specific technical reasons such as age, pregnancy, or disability.
Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Program Contact Information
Delaware residents can call the Department of Health and Social
Services toll-free to ask about Medicaid:
1-800-372-2022
