New Hampshire Medicaid

New Hampshire Medicaid serves low-income individuals and families in New Hampshire who lack adequate resources to pay for medical care, covering services like regular doctor check-ups, emergency room visits, prescription drugs, visits to specialists, and more.

Eligible participants include children under the age of 19, pregnant women, low-income families with children, and people who are aged, blind, or have disabilities.

In New Hampshire, Medicaid benefits are primarily delivered through Medicaid Care Management (MCM), where members choose one of three private health plans:

AmeriHealth Caritas New Hampshire
NH Healthy Families
WellSense Health Plan

FAQ

What is the income limit for NH Medicaid?

As New Hampshire is expanding Medicaid coverage, Medicaid now covers almost all non-elderly adults up to 138% of poverty level through a health plan called Granite Advantage Health Care.

Children under age 19 are eligible for CHIP with household incomes at or below 323% of poverty level. For a family of three, that’s about $7,354 per month.

NH Medicaid income limits by household size
NH MedicaidHousehold Size	323% Child 0—18	201% Pregnant Women	138% Adults 19—64
1	$4,296	$2,673	$1,835
2	$5,825	$3,625	$2,489
3	$7,354	$4,576	$3,142
4	$8,883	$5,528	$3,795
5	$10,411	$6,479	$4,448
6	$11,940	$7,430	$5,101
7	$13,469	$8,382	$5,755
8	$14,998	$9,333	$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).

What is the Katie Beckett program in NH?

Children under age 19 with severe disabilities who require an institutional level of care at home may be eligible for the Home Care for Children with Severe Disabilities (HC-CSD), commonly known as “Katie Beckett ”.

It provides access to regular Medicaid services, including doctor visits, therapies, and medical equipment. Eligibility for Katie Beckett is based on the child’s disability and income, parental income is disregarded.

How do I apply for Medicaid in NH?

To apply for Medicaid, go to NH EASY and complete an application online. Proof of income and household circumstances are required.

New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services
Medicaid Service Center
(844) 275-3447