How to qualify?

Who can apply?

Everyone can apply voluntarily.

NOTE:Foreigners with permanent residence permits in the United States have a waiting period to apply for benefits if the permit was granted after August 22, 1996.

Where to apply?

To apply call our Call Center Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm to request an evaluation appointment:

CALL CENTER

(787) 641-4224 - TTY: (787) 625-6955

Documents you must provide when you go to your appointment in the Medicaid Program

• Photo Identification Card (eg driver's license, voting card).
• Original and copy of the Social Security Card (of all the members of the family unit).
• If you receive income from Social Security:
  • Copy of the check (of all the members of the family unit that receive Social Security).
  • If is direct deposit to your bank account, copy of the account statement.
  • Or bring a copy of the letter sent by the Social Security Administration at the beginning of the year.
• If you receive pension income (retirement, veterans, military or disability)
  • Copy of the check or pay stub.
  • If is direct deposit to your bank account, copy of the account statement.
• Copy of Marriage Certificate (if applicable).
• Evidence of studies of children living in the home.
• Water, Light or Telephone billing statements.
• If you are pregnant, copy the pregnancy test.
• If divorced or separated, bring evidence.
• If you are a foreigner, evidence of American citizenship or legal residency.

Información que debe proveer cuando acuda al Programa Medicaid

• If you receive income through:
  • Job (by employer, freelancer or from time to time)
  • Social Security
  • Pension
  • Help from a familiar
  • Other
• If you have drug expenses
• If you have:
  • Some health insurance
  • Second property
  • Saving account
• If you are pregnant

NOTE: Additional information and/or documentation to those mentioned here may be requested according to your situation.

Determination of eligibility

In order to review your benefits application and be evaluated in accordance with current rules and procedures:

• Go to your appointment on the corresponding day and time.
• Arrive at your appointment 15 minutes in advance.
• Be sure to bring all the documents requested to you.