Can I use my Medicaid coverage in another state?

No, you generally cannot use your Medicaid outside of your home state , except for emergencies. And you cannot be covered by multiple states’ Medicaid programs at once. Because each state has its own Medicaid eligibility requirements, your Medicaid enrollment will not transfer to another state. If you’re moving out of state, you will need to apply for Medicaid in your new state and be approved by that state’s Medicaid program. Read more about what happens with your Medicaid coverage in another state .

Does Medicaid cover dental treatment?

In most states, Medicaid covers at least some dental services for enrollees who are 21 and older[efn_note]“ Medicaid Adult Dental Benefits Are on the Move in 2024 ” CareQuest. July 16, 2024[/efn_note] – and all states are required to cover dental benefits for children enrolled in Medicaid.[efn_note]“ Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment ” Medicaid.gov. Accessed June 19, 2025[/efn_note] Read more about Medicaid’s coverage of dental care.

Are undocumented immigrants covered by Medicaid?

Whether individuals who are not lawfully present in the U.S. are eligible for Medicaid coverage depends on their income, where they live, their age, and whether or not they’re pregnant. But these persons cannot be covered by federally funded Medicaid, so states that choose to provide Medicaid benefits to undocumented immigrants must do so using only state funds.[efn_note]“ 5 Key Facts About Immigrants and Medicaid ” KFF.org. Feb. 19, 2025[/efn_note] Learn which states provide Medicaid coverage to undocumented immigrants.

Who’s covered by CHIP (the Children’s Health Insurance Program)?

The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health coverage to children – and in some states, pregnant women – who don’t qualify for Medicaid in their state, but whose household incomes make them eligible for CHIP.[efn_note]“ Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Program, & Basic Health Program Eligibility Levels ” Medicaid.gov . Accessed June 16, 2025[/efn_note] More than 7 million people were enrolled in CHIP as of January 2025.[efn_note]“ January 2025 Medicaid & CHIP Enrollment Data Highlights ” Medicaid.gov. Accessed June 16, 2025[/efn_note] Learn about CHIP eligibility and what CHIP covers.

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