What is Medicaid?
Medicaid is a government program that provides health insurance to eligible low-income individuals and families including children, adults, pregnant women, seniors, and people with disabilities. Instead of paying directly to recipients, it sends payments directly to healthcare providers.
Common Reasons for Termination
Change in Income
Because Medicaid eligibility is based on income level, if your income increases it can surpass the eligibility requirements.
Moving States
Eligibility requirements vary state by state. Moving out of Florida could impact if you qualify and you may need to reapply.
Application Error
Sometimes terminations are caused by a misunderstanding of the information you provided. If you think your benefits were terminated on accident, FRLS can help.
Get Help with Public Benefits at FRLS
Floridians have the right to challenge a Medicaid termination decision by filing an appeal. FRLS can help qualified Floridians do this at no cost. FRLS is a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal aid to qualified individuals, families, and vulnerable communities across 13 Florida counties and to farmworkers statewide.
Applying for help is free and can be done over the phone at 1-888-582-3410 or online at FRLS.org.
About Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS):
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal aid to qualified individuals, families, and vulnerable communities across 13 Florida counties and to farmworkers statewide. Since 1966, FRLS has pursued justice by providing legal services in
housing law, family law, consumer protection, public benefits, elder law, disaster relief, education law, tax advocacy, and more, all at no cost to our clients. FRLS collaborates with community organizations and Pro Bono attorneys to deliver quality advocacy, outreach, and education designed to protect the rights of those in need. For over 50 years, FRLS has been a steadfast advocate for justice. Learn more at www.FRLS.org.