You may now be eligible for Medicaid!
Improvements to Medicaid for 2023
Good news! As of January 1, 2023, you may be eligible for Medicaid — even if you have a higher income and are on Medicare. Income eligibility limits have increased for people with Medicaid who are also on Medicare.
New Income Eligibility Limits for 2023
Who qualifies for Medicaid?
If you receive Medicaid through the Local District of Social Services (or New York City Human Resources Administration, in New York City):
$1,677 per month*
Couples can earn up to
$2,268 per month*
To learn more about income thresholds, click here.
If you receive Medicaid assistance through the Marketplace program:
$2,127 per month*
Couples can earn up to
$2,874 per month*
To learn more about income thresholds, click here.
If you receive Medicaid assistance through the Marketplace for children:
$6,574 per month*
Family of four can earn up to
$10,000 per month*
To learn more about income thresholds, click here.
(*) Higher income can still enroll onto NY Medicaid with a spend-down or Pooled Income Trust.
Who is eligible for New York’s Medicaid?
To be eligible for Medicaid in New York, you must be:
- A resident of New York State
- Earning a low income
Pregnant women, children, and people with disabilities may qualify for Medicaid at higher income levels.
