What are the income limits for Nevada Medicaid eligibility?

The income limit for a single individual to qualify for Nevada Medicaid is around $17,609 per year or $1,467 per month as of 2024.

For a household of two, the income limit is approximately $23,791 per year or $1,982 per month.

The income limit for a family of four is around $36,156 per year or $3,013 per month.

Nevada Medicaid has expanded coverage to low-income adults without children, with an income limit of up to 138% of the federal poverty level.

Pregnant women can qualify for Nevada Medicaid with a higher income limit of up to 200% of the federal poverty level.

Children under the age of 6 can be eligible for Nevada Check Up, the state's Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), with an income limit of up to 205% of the federal poverty level.

Children aged 6-18 can qualify for Nevada Check Up with an income limit of up to 205% of the federal poverty level.

Nevada Medicaid provides coverage for long-term care services, such as nursing home care, with a monthly income limit of $2,829 for a single individual.

Married couples applying for Medicaid long-term care can have a combined monthly income of up to $5,658.

In addition to income limits, Medicaid applicants in Nevada must also meet asset limits, which are $2,000 for a single individual and $3,000 for a married couple.

Nevada Medicaid offers a Transitional Medicaid program that provides 12 months of continuous eligibility for households who lose Medicaid due to an increase in earned income.

Applicants can apply for Nevada Medicaid through the Nevada Health Link website, by phone, or by contacting their local Division of Welfare and Supportive Services office.

The income limits for Nevada Medicaid are adjusted annually based on changes in the federal poverty level.

Nevada Medicaid covers a wide range of healthcare services, including doctor visits, hospital care, prescription drugs, and long-term care.

Individuals who are blind, disabled, or aged 65 and older may be eligible for Medicaid coverage with higher income limits.

Nevada Medicaid also provides coverage for family planning services, including contraception and STI testing and treatment.

Medicaid beneficiaries in Nevada are not required to pay premiums or copayments for their healthcare services.

The Nevada Medicaid program is administered by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services.

Eligibility for Nevada Medicaid is based on a Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) calculation, which takes into account household size and income sources.

Nevada Medicaid recipients may also be eligible for additional benefits, such as transportation assistance and home-delivered meals, depending on their specific needs and eligibility criteria.