Apply for Apple Health (Medicaid)

Washington State Health Care Authority sent this bulletin at 03/20/2020 01:49 PM PDT

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Apply for Apple Health (Medicaid)

To limit the exposure of COVID-19, we want to remind individuals of the options to apply for Apple Health remotely.

How to apply?

You have several options to apply for or renew Apple Health MAGI coverage:

Online: Go to Washington Healthplanfinder - select the "Apply Now" button.
Mobile app: Download the WAPlanfinder app - select "sign in" or "create an account." Available for iPhone and Android.
Paper: Submit an Application for Health Care Coverage (18-001P).
Phone: Call the Washington Healthplanfinder customer support center at 1-855-923-4633.

For individuals who are an adult age 65 or older, blind, disabled, or need long-term services, apply for Apple Health Classic Medicaid coverage:

Online: Go to Washington Connection and select "Apply Now".
Paper: Submit an Application for Aged Blind Disabled or Long Term Services and Support (HCA 18-005).
Phone: Request an application by calling 1-877-501-2233.

For navigators assisting with applications, here are some tips from the Health Benefit Exchange when helping individuals remotely.

If you are affiliated with a community-based organization, you can become a volunteer assister to assist individuals applying for Apple Health. View more information on the community-based program.

About the Health Care Authority (HCA)

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is committed to whole-person care, integrating physical health and behavioral health services for better results and healthier residents.

HCA purchases health care for more than 2.5 million Washington residents through Apple Health (Medicaid), the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) Program, the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Program, and the COFA Islander Health Care Program. As the largest health care purchaser in the state, we lead the effort to transform health care, helping ensure Washington residents have access to better health and better care at a lower cost.

Please do not reply directly to this message. For more information, visit the HCA website, where you'll also find contact information.

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