I need to apply & set up PA Medicaid services with no gap time.

Q) My name is Vicki. My husband & I are moving to KY from PA. I need to apply & set up services with no gap time. My husband is disabled & on Dialysis & I want to make the transition as smooth as possible. Can you help me with is? It would be greatly appreciated.

A) Sure, I can help you with that. Here are some things you need to do to make the transition as smooth as possible:

1. Apply for Medicaid in Kentucky. You can do this online, by mail, or in person at your local Department of Human Services (DHS) office. You will need to provide information about your income, assets, and residency. If you are approved for Medicaid, you will receive a card that you can use to pay for medical services.
2. Find a dialysis center in Kentucky. You can do this by searching online or by contacting your local DHS office. Once you have found a dialysis center, you will need to call them to schedule an appointment.
3. Contact your current doctors and let them know that you are moving. Ask them to send your medical records to your new doctors in Kentucky.
4. Pack your medications and make sure you have enough to last for the move. You should also pack a copy of your prescription information.
5. Make sure you have enough money to cover your expenses for the move. This includes the cost of moving, the cost of setting up a new home, and the cost of your husband’s medical care.

I hope this information is helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

NOTE: According to the PA Department of Human Services website:

There are different ways to apply for Medical Assistance. Please choose the option that suits you best. If you do not know if you are eligible, you can still apply.

1. Online: Using the COMPASS website, you can apply for Medical Assistance and many other services that can help you make ends meet.
2. Telephone: Call the Consumer Service Center for Health Care Coverage at 1-866-550-4355. 
3. In-Person: You can contact your local county assistance office (CAO).
4. On Paper: You can download an application and send to your local CAO. If you need help completing the application form, a CAO staff member can help you. Click on one of the following links to download an application.

• Application for cash assistance, SNAP and Medical Assistance benefits 
  (PDF download)