If you have Marketplace coverage and become eligible for Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) that counts as qualifying health coverage, consider ending your Marketplace coverage.
What counts as qualifying health coverage?
Once you're eligible for Medicaid or CHIP, you no longer qualify for savings on your Marketplace plan premiums or out-of-pocket costs. You'll have to pay full price for your Marketplace plan.
1. Make sure you're eligible for Medicaid or CHIP
Your state may send you a letter that says you "may be eligible" or that "you're eligible but they may need more information." If they ask for information, send it right away.
Wait until you have a final decision from your state agency that says you're eligible before you end your Marketplace coverage.
If you're not sure if you or household members have Medicaid, contact your state agency. For CHIP, call 1-877-KIDS-NOW (1-877-543-7669).
2. End Marketplace coverage
End your Marketplace coverage when your Medicaid or CHIP coverage starts. Your premium tax credit or extra savings won't stop automatically.
What if I want to keep both Marketplace and Medicaid or CHIP?