To qualify for Medical Assistance in Minnesota, you must:

• Be a Minnesota resident
• Be a U.S. citizen or qualifying noncitizen
• Have a Social Security number, unless you meet an exception
• Meet income and asset guidelines
• Meet any other program rules (rules vary by program)

To qualify for MinnesotaCare, you must:

• Be a Minnesota resident
• Be a U.S. citizen or lawfully present in the U.S.
• Meet income and asset guidelines
• Not be enrolled in or have access to Medicare Part A
• Not be enrolled in Medicare Part B
• Not be incarcerated, unless you’re awaiting disposition of charges

MSHO is a program for Minnesota residents 65 years old or older who are eligible for both Medical Assistance and Original Medicare (Parts A and B).

With MSHO, your Medical Assistance and Medicare benefits are combined into one plan – at no extra cost. You’ll get extra perks and benefits when you need them. You’ll also get a care coordinator to help guide your health care.

• Call us at 877-713-8215 (TTY 711)
• Download an application for our MSHO plan (PDF)

From Oct. 1 through March 31, our MSHO sales team is available 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT, seven days a week. From April 1 through Sept. 30, we’re available 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT, Monday - Friday.

Need enrollment help or have questions? Email us at MSHOsales@healthpartners.com.

HealthPartners® Prepaid Medical Assistance Program (PMAP) is for people under age 65 or families with children.

• Call DHS at 800-657-3739
• Visit your county’s human services office
• Start a personal application or family application online with DHS

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) is a Minnesota Medical Assistance program for people ages 65 and older. If you’re already receiving Medical Assistance when you turn 65, you’ll receive information about MSC+ from DHS. You may also be able to enroll in an MSHO plan.

HealthPartners® MinnesotaCare is for people under age 65.

• Call DHS at 800-657-3739
• Visit your county’s human services office
• Start a personal application online with DHS

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) is a Minnesota Medical Assistance program for people ages 65 and older. If you’re already receiving MinnesotaCare when you turn 65, you’ll receive information about MSC+ from DHS. You may also be able to enroll in an MSHO plan.

HealthPartners® Inspire (SNBC) is for people ages 18-64 with a certified disability.

• Call us at 888-347-7264 (TTY 711)
• Download an application for our Inspire plan (PDF)

For education and assistance, call Disability Hub MN at 866-333-2466.

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) is a Minnesota Medical Assistance program for people ages 65 and older. If you’re already receiving MinnesotaCare when you turn 65, you’ll receive information about MSC+ from DHS. You may also be able to enroll in an MSHO plan.

HealthPartners® Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) is for people ages 65 and older.

• Call DHS at 800-657-3739
• Visit your county’s human services office
• Start a senior application online with DHS

You may also be eligible for an MSHO plan. MSHO combines Medical Assistance and Medicare into one plan. Extra perks and benefits are also provided at no added cost.