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Moving to or from New York with Medicaid

Moving TO New York

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

Leaving New York

Leaving New York ends your New York Medicaid case — no state will take it over. Close the case with New York State Department of Health effective your move month, then apply in your destination state immediately after arriving.

Official agency: New York State Department of Health ↗ (application page)

New York Medicaid at a glance

Program nameNew York 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 New York?

New York State Department of Health. The official page and application link are cited below — always act through them.

Does New York make new residents wait for Medicaid?

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

Where do I report that I'm leaving New York?

Contact New York State Department of Health (official link below) to report the move and close your case effective your move month.

Every move involving New York

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Official sources

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Written by Benefits Transfer Editorial Team

Reviewed by Billy Reiner, Editor

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