About Apple Health
Big changes are in store for health insurance coverage in Washington. Because of the Affordable Care Act (sometimes also referred to as "Obamacare"), more people are able to get preventive care, like check-ups and cancer screenings, treatment for diabetes and high blood pressure, and many other health care services they need to stay healthy.
And we’re changing the name of Medicaid. We’re calling it Apple Health. You may have already heard of Apple Health for Kids. A while back we combined all our children’s health services into one program that’s streamlined and easy to remember — Apple Health for Kids.
Apple Health for adults is the same idea. We will gradually combine all our adult Medicaid clients under the Apple Health umbrella.
How to apply
You can apply for Apple Health on any computer with an internet connection at Washington Healthplanfinder
Just go to: wahealthplanfinder.org.
When you’re ready to apply, you’ll need this information:
It should take about 45 minutes to apply online — and you’ll get a response right away. If you’re accepted, you will receive a Services Card in about two weeks. Coverage will begin on the first day of the month in which the application was submitted.
If you’re not eligible for Apple Health, you may qualify for help with your health insurance or for other health services. The website will help you with that. Don't be fooled by scams! See tips on safely applying for Apple Health.
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Most Washington Apple Health (Medicaid)-eligible individuals receive their coverage through a managed care plan. If you're currently enrolled in an Apple Health managed care plan, you can switch to a different plan at any time. Your plan change will begin on the first day of the next month.
The Health Care Authority offers five health plans that provide services to our Washington Apple Health clients.
Not all plans are available in all areas
All health plans offer the same basic services.
Big changes are in store for health insurance coverage in Washington. Because of the Affordable Care Act (sometimes also referred to as "Obamacare"), more people are able to get preventive care, like check-ups and cancer screenings, treatment for diabetes and high blood pressure, and many other health care services they need to stay healthy.
And we’re changing the name of Medicaid. We’re calling it Apple Health. You may have already heard of Apple Health for Kids. A while back we combined all our children’s health services into one program that’s streamlined and easy to remember — Apple Health for Kids.
Apple Health for adults is the same idea. We will gradually combine all our adult Medicaid clients under the Apple Health umbrella.
How to apply
You can apply for Apple Health on any computer with an internet connection at Washington Healthplanfinder
Just go to: wahealthplanfinder.org.
When you’re ready to apply, you’ll need this information:
- Your household monthly income.
- The Social Security numbers and dates of birth for each member of your household.
- Your immigration information, if that applies to you.
It should take about 45 minutes to apply online — and you’ll get a response right away. If you’re accepted, you will receive a Services Card in about two weeks. Coverage will begin on the first day of the month in which the application was submitted.
If you’re not eligible for Apple Health, you may qualify for help with your health insurance or for other health services. The website will help you with that. Don't be fooled by scams! See tips on safely applying for Apple Health.
MORE INFO...
Most Washington Apple Health (Medicaid)-eligible individuals receive their coverage through a managed care plan. If you're currently enrolled in an Apple Health managed care plan, you can switch to a different plan at any time. Your plan change will begin on the first day of the next month.
The Health Care Authority offers five health plans that provide services to our Washington Apple Health clients.
Not all plans are available in all areas
All health plans offer the same basic services.
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Apple Health For Kids
Medical coverage for children living in Washington State. Each program has its own eligibility guidelines.
Who is eligible:
Children under age 19.
Income and resource Requirements:
There are no resource limitations for the Apple Health for Kids program.
Who is eligible:
Children under age 19.
Income and resource Requirements:
There are no resource limitations for the Apple Health for Kids program.
Apple Health for Kids
When determining income we deduct:
Premium-based Coverage
To be eligible for premium-based coverage, a child:
RESOURCES
When determining income we deduct:
- Actual work-related child care costs
- Child support paid by your family
- An earned income deduction
Premium-based Coverage
To be eligible for premium-based coverage, a child:
- Cannot be covered by Medicaid
- Cannot be covered by other insurance; and
- Must pay monthly premiums to the department
RESOURCES
- Additional information about the State Children's Health Insurance Programs is available at the Apple Health for Kids website.
- Applying for Apple Health for Kids: You can apply at your local community services office or online using our Online Application for Services.
- In addition, you can apply by mail for all children's medical programs. Applications for children's medical are available at your local Community Services Office, or you can call the number below to have an application sent to you:
- Phone: 1-877-543-7669
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