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Moving to or from Delaware with Medicaid

Moving TO Delaware

Delaware Medicaid does not accept transferred cases from other states: every new Delaware resident applies fresh through Delaware Health and Social Services, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance. There is no waiting period tied to how recently you arrived — eligibility is decided on Delaware's own income and household rules from the day you become a resident.

Leaving Delaware

Leaving Delaware ends your Delaware Medicaid case — no state will take it over. Close the case with Delaware Health and Social Services, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance effective your move month, then apply in your destination state immediately after arriving.

Official agency: Delaware Health and Social Services, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance ↗ (application page)

Delaware Medicaid at a glance

Program nameDelaware Medicaid
ACA Medicaid expansionYes — adults covered on income
Adult income limit138% of the federal poverty level
Processingup to 45 days

Common questions

Who runs Medicaid in Delaware?

Delaware Health and Social Services, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance. The official page and application link are cited below — always act through them.

Does Delaware make new residents wait for Medicaid?

No state may impose a residency waiting period for Medicaid. You apply as soon as you live in Delaware; eligibility is decided on Delaware's own rules.

Where do I report that I'm leaving Delaware?

Contact Delaware Health and Social Services, Division of Medicaid and Medical Assistance (official link below) to report the move and close your case effective your move month.

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Written by Benefits Transfer Editorial Team

Reviewed by Billy Reiner, Editor

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