Kansas Medicaid: KanCare
KanCare, Kansas’s Medicaid program, provides health insurance coverage to low-income individuals, children, pregnant women, seniors, and people with disabilities.
KanCare delivers services through three specific Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) which coordinate care for nearly all beneficiaries statewide.
- UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
- Sunflower Health Plan
- Healthy Blue 1
During the enrollment process, you must choose one of the three MCOs. If you do not choose a plan, you may be automatically assigned to a plan.
FAQ
What is the income limit for Medicaid in Kansas?
Kansas is one of the few states that has not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, meaning eligibility for parents remains very limited at 38% of the federal poverty level. Children under age 19 and pregnant women are eligible at higher income levels.
| KanCareHousehold Size | 154% Child 1—5 | 171% Pregnant Women | 38% Parents/Relatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,048 | $2,274 | $505 |
| 2 | $2,777 | $3,084 | $685 |
| 3 | $3,506 | $3,893 | $865 |
| 4 | $4,235 | $4,703 | $1,045 |
| 5 | $4,964 | $5,512 | $1,225 |
| 6 | $5,693 | $6,321 | $1,405 |
| 7 | $6,422 | $7,131 | $1,585 |
| 8 | $7,151 | $7,940 | $1,764 |
KanCare also provides Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, which allow seniors and people with disabilities to receive care in their homes or communities rather than in nursing facilities.
How do I apply for KanCare in Kansas?
If you are applying for KanCare for the first time, you can call (800) 792-4884 to request an application or apply online through KanCare Self Service Portal , the official online platform for Kansas residents to apply for, manage, and get information about KanCare.
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
KanCare Clearinghouse
(800) 792-4884
Sources & notes
Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:
Footnotes
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As of January 1, 2025, Aetna Better Health of Kansas will no longer provide services to KanCare members and will be replaced by Healthy Blue. ↩
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- Ada Hu