Delaware Medicaid

Delaware Medicaid provides medical assistance to eligible low-income families, including children, parents, pregnant women with limited income and resources.

It covers essential health services like doctor visits, inpatient and outpatient hospital care, primarily through managed care plans, including:

Highmark Health Options
Delaware First Health
AmeriHealth Caritas DE

As Delaware is expanding Medicaid coverage, nearly all uninsured adults ages 19—64 and children ages 6—18 in Delaware with income up to 138% of the poverty level may now gain coverage.

delaware Medicaid income limits by household size
delaware MedicaidHousehold Size	147% Child 1—5	217% Pregnant Women	138% Adults 19—64
1	$1,955	$2,886	$1,835
2	$2,651	$3,913	$2,489
3	$3,347	$4,940	$3,142
4	$4,043	$5,968	$3,795
5	$4,738	$6,995	$4,448
6	$5,434	$8,022	$5,101
7	$6,130	$9,049	$5,755
8	$6,826	$10,076	$6,408

A 5% disregard based on the federal poverty level (FPL) for the household size may be applied and is reflected in the amounts shown above. Source: Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF).

Pregnant women and newborns are covered up to 217% of the poverty level. Children from higher-income families may qualify for coverage through Delaware Healthy Children Program (DHCP).

FAQ

Where do I apply for Medicaid in Delaware?

Applications for Medicaid can be made online through Delaware ASSIST , a key self-service portal for Delaware residents to apply for health and social service programs.

Delaware Department of Health and Social Services
Division of Medicaid & Medical Assistance
(866) 843-7212