Medical Assistance - MA - Itasca County Health and Human Services

Minnesota's 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, may still qualify for a program called Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities - MA-EPD.

Last assured

08/06/2024

Physical Address

1209 SE 2nd Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744

Hours

8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday

Fax

(218)327-5548

Website

https://www.co.itasca.mn.us

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.?

Fee

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.

Required documents

Application/registration form; Social Security number for each person requesting MA, unless an exception is met

Eligibility

Residents of Itasca 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

Languages

English

Service area

Itasca County, MN

Agency info

Itasca County Health and Human Services

County Health and Human Services is a public agency which provides social services, financial assistance, and health related services to residents of the county. The Major divisions within the Department include social services for children and families, elderly and disabled populations; ;and those dealing with mental health or chemical dependency.