Georgia Families Blog

December 28, 2009: Eligible

Eligible is a word that's used in talking about health insurance.

"Who is eligible for Medicaid" means "who qualifies for Medicaid?" To qualify, a person must be in a group that Medicaid covers. The person must also meet the Medicaid income limits. (The law tells what the groups are and what the limit is.)

We at Georgia Families do not decide who qualifies. The Division of Family and Children Services does that. Once they decide, they tell us. Then we can help new Medicaid members choose a health plan. Their health plans will provide all their Medicaid services.

To find out if you qualify for Medicaid, check with your local DFCS office. You can find your local office on the DFCS website. Check it out!

If you qualify, Georgia Families can help you choose the best health plan for you and your family.

If you have any questions, call our call center. You can also find answers on our Facebook page and Twitter feed.

Did this blog help you understand what eligible means? Let us know! Email us at blog@georgia-families.com. Remember that email is not private. Do not send email with personal information in it. Do not send your Medicaid ID number, PeachCare for Kids ID number, or Social Security number.

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