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Medical Assistance - MA - Chippewa County Financial Assistance Programs

719 North 7th Street, Suite 200, Montevideo, MN 56265

Eligibility

Residents of Chippewa County must: - Be a United States citizen or a qualifying noncitizen - Meet the income limit and asset limit, if any - Meet any other program rules

Required documents

Application/registration form photo ID proof of address proof of household income Social Security number for each person requesting MA, unless and exception is met verification of assets, as applicable

Hours

8 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday
https://www.co.chippewa.mn.us/368/Health-Insurance

Application process

- Apply online at https://auth.mnsure.org/RIDP/?account_type=Individual - Apply on paper using the appropriate form at https://mn.gov/dhs/people-we-serve/seniors/health-care/health-care-programs/resources/paper-applications.jsp. Paper forms can be picked up, mailed, or dropped off in person.

Fees

For some members, there is no cost. Others may have to pay a portion of the cost of a service. This may include a spenddown.

Service area

Chippewa County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee
No Fee

Description

Minnesota Medicaid program for people with low income. Most people who have MA receive health care through health plans. Members who do not receive health care through a health plan receive care on a fee-for-service basis, with providers billing the state directly for services they provide. MA pays for a variety of services like doctor visits, prescriptions, and hospital stays. Some services and prescriptions may require prior approval. MA pays for medical bills going back three months from the month the application is received. NOTE: People with disabilities who work, even if they're over the income or asset limits of MA

Last Assured

04/25/2025

Providing organization

Chippewa County Financial Assistance Programs

The county agency determines eligibility for public assistance programs, including cash assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), childcare, health care, and other county-funded services.