Healthcare You Can
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Medicaid, CHIP, community health centers, and free clinics provide coverage and care to millions. No one should skip the doctor because of cost.
Three Simple Steps
You don't need to be an expert. These programs were designed to be accessible — and we make finding them even easier.
Find Your County
Enter your ZIP code to see Medicaid offices, community health centers, free clinics, and mental health providers in your area.
Check Your Coverage Options
Medicaid covers individuals and families below certain income thresholds. CHIP covers children in households with slightly higher incomes. Many community health centers serve everyone on a sliding fee scale.
Enroll or Visit
Apply for Medicaid through your state's benefits portal or healthcare.gov. Walk into any community health center — they're required to serve you regardless of ability to pay.
What Healthcare Help Is Available?
From full insurance coverage to free clinics, there are options for every situation.
Medicaid
Federal/StateFree or very low-cost health insurance for low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly, and people with disabilities. Covers doctor visits, hospital stays, prescriptions, and more.
CHIP (Children's Health Insurance)
Federal/StateProvides low-cost health coverage for children in families that earn too much for Medicaid but can't afford private insurance. Covers checkups, immunizations, dental, and vision.
Community Health Centers (FQHCs)
FederalFederally Qualified Health Centers serve everyone regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy on a sliding fee scale.
Prescription Assistance
VariousPatient assistance programs from pharmaceutical companies, state discount programs, and the Medicare Extra Help/LIS program reduce prescription costs to $0–$10 per medication.
Mental Health & Crisis Services
State/LocalCommunity mental health centers, crisis hotlines (988), and state-funded counseling programs provide therapy, medication management, and crisis intervention at low or no cost.
Free & Charitable Clinics
LocalVolunteer-staffed free clinics provide medical, dental, and vision care to uninsured patients. Over 1,400 free clinics operate nationwide through the National Association of Free Clinics.
Do I Qualify?
Medicaid income limits vary by state but typically cover adults earning up to 138% of the Federal Poverty Level (about $20,000 for an individual or $41,000 for a family of four) in expansion states. CHIP covers children in families earning up to 200–300% of poverty. Community health centers and free clinics serve everyone regardless of income or insurance.
How Do I Apply?
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Check if you qualify for Medicaid. Visit your state's Medicaid website or healthcare.gov. Income limits vary by state. In expansion states, most adults under 138% FPL qualify.
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Apply online, by phone, or in person. Most states allow online Medicaid applications. You can also call your local SNAP/Medicaid office or apply in person at your county social services office.
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Find a community health center. Search our county pages or findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov to locate FQHCs near you. They accept Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and uninsured patients.
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Ask about prescription assistance. If you can't afford medications, ask your doctor or pharmacist about patient assistance programs, $4 generics, and state pharmaceutical assistance programs.
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Know your crisis resources. Save 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) in your phone. Your county page lists local crisis centers and mental health providers.
Your Health Shouldn't Depend on Your Wallet
Find Medicaid offices, free clinics, and health centers in your county right now.