$1,835/mo
Individual income limit
$3,795/mo
Family of 4 income limit
138% FPL
FPL threshold
Key Facts for Louisiana
- ✓Louisiana expanded Medicaid in 2016
- ✓Healthy Louisiana manages care through private health plans
- ✓Over 700,000 residents gained coverage through expansion
What Healthy Louisiana Covers
✓ Doctor visits
✓ Hospital care
✓ Prescription drugs
✓ Mental health
✓ Dental
✓ Vision
Who Qualifies in Louisiana?
Children
Most children under 19 may qualify depending on state rules, immigration category and residency through CHIP or Medicaid.
Pregnant women
Pregnant women typically qualify at higher income limits than standard Medicaid in Louisiana.
Low-income adults
Adults 19–64 earning up to $1,835/mo (138% FPL) may qualify.
Seniors & disabled
Adults 65+ and people with disabilities may qualify through SSI-related Medicaid programs.
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Check eligibility →Apply directly in Louisiana
You can also apply directly through the state portal — though our enrollment specialists can help you navigate the process for free.
Apply at state portal →✓ Medicaid Expansion State
Louisiana expanded Medicaid under the ACA, covering more low-income adults.