I recently was accepted for the SNAP. Do I automatically get the Medicaid?

Q) I recently was accepted for the SNAP program. My question is: do I automatically get the Medicaid insurance also, or do I need to apply for this. I am currently pregnant and have no insurance, please advise. thank you

A) Not necessarily. Being approved for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) does not automatically make you eligible for Medicaid. While both programs are administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), they have different eligibility requirements and application processes.

To apply for Medicaid, you will need to contact your state’s Medicaid agency or visit their website to determine your eligibility and complete the application process. Eligibility for Medicaid is based on factors such as income, household size, and other criteria such as disability status or pregnancy.

In some states, being eligible for SNAP may make you automatically eligible for Medicaid or may simplify the application process. This is known as “categorical eligibility.” However, the rules and eligibility criteria for categorical eligibility vary by state.

Therefore, I recommend that you contact your state’s Medicaid agency or visit their website to determine your eligibility for Medicaid and to apply if you are eligible. They can also answer any questions you may have about the application process and the program’s benefits.

You do not automatically get Medicaid when you sign up for the food stamp (SNAP) program. Medicaid is a separate program. If you qualify, you will have to apply for Medicaid.