How do I apply for Medicaid for health insurance in Kankakee County?

Q) How do I apply for Medicaid for health insurance in Kankakee County?

A) There are a few ways to apply for Medicaid for health insurance in Kankakee County. You can:

• Apply online. You can apply for Medicaid online at the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) website.
• Apply by phone. You can apply for Medicaid by phone by calling the IDHS Help is Here toll-free line at 1-833-2-FIND-HELP (1-833-234-6343).
• Apply in person. You can apply for Medicaid in person at any IDHS office in Kankakee County.

To apply for Medicaid, you will need to provide some basic information, such as your name, address, date of birth, and income. You may also need to provide information about your household size and your employment status.

Once you have applied for Medicaid, you will be notified of your eligibility status within a few weeks. If you are approved for Medicaid, you will receive a card in the mail that you can use to get health care services.

Here are the steps on how to apply for Medicaid in Kankakee County:

1. Go to the IDHS website or call the IDHS Help is Here toll-free line to get started.
2. Gather your documents. You will need to provide some basic information, such as your name, address, date of birth, and income. You may also need to provide information about your household size and your employment status.
3. Complete the application. The application is online or over the phone.
4. Submit your application. You can submit your application online or by mail.
5. Wait for a decision. You will be notified of your eligibility status within a few weeks.

If you have any questions about how to apply for Medicaid in Kankakee County, you can call the IDHS Help is Here toll-free line at 1-833-2-FIND-HELP (1-833-234-6343).