To apply for Medicaid in Kentucky, you have several options:
- Online:
- Apply through the Kynect benefits website or the Kentucky health insurance marketplace at Benefind.ky.gov for faster processing.
- By Phone:
- Call 1-855-459-6328 (TTY 1-855-326-4654) for Kynect.
- Alternatively, call the Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) at 1-855-306-8959.
- For applicants under 65, HealthCare.gov's phone numbers are 1-800-318-2596 or TTY 1-855-889-4325.
- In Person:
- Visit a local DCBS office in your county to apply in person.
- By Mail or Fax:
- Download and fill out a paper application, then mail it to DCBS Family Support P.O. Box 2104 Frankfort KY 40602 or fax to 1-502-573-2007.
Required Information & Preparation
- Employer and income info (pay stubs, W-2s)
- Social Security numbers or document numbers for all applying household members
- Date of birth for each applying member
- Immigration info if applicable
- Photo ID if applying in person
- Current health insurance policy numbers if applicable
After Applying
- The application is reviewed by DCBS.
- If eligible, you may be enrolled in Medicaid Managed Care and will receive a welcome packet with next steps.
For questions or assistance, you can also contact:
- DCBS Call Center: 1-855-306-8959
- Kynect enrollment support: 1-855-459-6328
This process covers various groups including children, pregnant women, adults with income up to 138% of the federal poverty level, and eligible seniors or disabled individuals with specific income and asset limits. This summary provides you with the main ways and what you need to apply for Medicaid in Kentucky as of 2025.
