Two plans, same promise... we got you.
MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia is here to help you find the best coverage option designed to fit your life today. Let's get started by deciding which health plan is the right plan for you.
DC Healthy Families
(Medicaid)
Medicaid is a joint federal/state health insurance program that provides health care coverage to low-income and/or disabled individuals and families. To be eligible for Medicaid in the District of Columbia, applicants must be residents of the District of Columbia and must meet non-financial and financial eligibility requirements (see table below).
- Groups potentially eligibile for coverage:
- Adults (age 21-64) without dependent children;
- Pregnant women;
- Parents/caretaker relatives; and
- Children under the age of twenty-one (21)
- Other Medicaid categories can be found here.
Coverage starts after application approval.
Learn MoreCurrent and new monthly income limits below for the different categories based on household size:
Healthy DC
(Basic Health Plan)
If you don't qualify for Medicaid, you may be eligible for the Healthy DC plan. This is a simple, affordable option for Washington D.C. residents who need dependable coverage.
- Residents must be:
- Adults 21-64 years;
- US Citizen or lawfully present;
- Not eligible for Medicaid
- Not eligibile for employer or other coverage; and
- Have an annual income between 138% and 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. For more information, see the Income Eligibility for Healthy DC Plan table below.
Income Eligibility for Healthy DC Plan
** These figures are subject to change.
Need help finding the best plan for you?
Our Outreach Department can help you find the right option and guide you through every step of the process. Please call 855-798-4244.
