Quick facts about North Carolina’s new Medicaid expansion from the Department of Health and Human Services:

Adults ages 19-64 earning up to 138% of the federal poverty line (e.g., singles earning about $20,000/year or families of three earning about $34,000/year) may be eligible.

The best way to apply is online through ePASS; you can also apply in-person, by phone, or by mail. The processing time for applications can be up to 45 days, but applications submitted online may be processed faster.

Coverage is comprehensive, including services like primary care, hospital stays, maternity care, vision and hearing, dental/oral health care and more.

For more information about NC Medicaid, visit the Expansion Q&A page.