Kentucky Medicaid
No-cost or low-cost health coverage from UnitedHealthcare Community Plan.
All Kentuckians deserve affordable health care, including you. We offer many plans to help Kentuckians get healthy — and stay healthy. We cover adults, people with disabilities, pregnant women and children with our Kentucky Medicaid plan. We offer a Dual Special Needs Plan for those who qualify for both Kentucky Medicaid and Medicare.
Get important updates on new Medicaid requirements and community resources
Starting in 2027, changes are coming to Medicaid. This means some adults may need to:
- Renew their Medicaid coverage 2 times a year
- Show that they are working, going to school or job training or helping in their community
- Provide information to the Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) to renew cover
Community resources are available for work, school, job training and local support.
Get important updates on new Medicaid requirements and community resources
Starting in 2027, changes are coming to Medicaid. This means some adults may need to:
- Renew their Medicaid coverage 2 times a year
- Show that they are working, going to school or job training or helping in their community
- Provide information to the Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) to renew cover
Community resources are available for work, school, job training and local support.
See why Kentucky chooses UnitedHealthcare
We offer members more ways to use your benefits and get the most out of your plan.
Find plans
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kentucky
Our plan offers a range of physical and behavioral health benefits. View the benefits below to see all that it offers. It's for people who meet income requirements and are eligible for Kentucky Medicaid. We serve pregnant women, children and young adults to age 21, families and adults.
Dual Special Needs plans
Eligibility and enrollment
Eligibility
Kentucky’s managed care Medicaid program provides comprehensive medical benefits to adults, families, people with disabilities, children and pregnant women who meet income requirements.
Anyone between ages 19 to 64 who meets income standards, is eligible. There are no pre-existing condition restrictions.
Enrollment
Join us! Get started today. Enrollment is open year-round.
Applying for Medicaid is easy and can be done in-person, by phone, or online.
To learn more about eligibility and enrolling in Medicaid, visit the Steps to enroll page.
Renewals
Don't lose benefits
Your health plan renewal date might be coming soon. If you haven't already, you may need to renew your UnitedHealthcare coverage to keep receiving Medicaid benefits.
Benefits and Features
We want to help you live healthier lives and to have the best possible member experience. Learn more
Get the Calm Health app for no-cost mental health support
With the Calm Health app, there's an easier way to care for your mental health and well-being. As a member of UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, you can use it anytime at no cost. The app offers:
- Mental health screening
- Self-guided digital programs
- Support for your emotional well-being
To get started, download the UnitedHealthcare app and go to Coverage & Benefits to find the Calm Health app.
Find help in your community
You can search for help with food, housing, transportation and more at reduced or no cost to you.
Behavioral health services
- Behavioral health (also known as mental health) is as important as physical health. That’s why we have coverage for both.
- Required care is covered 100% with no copay, including testing and diagnosis, behavioral therapy and medication.