Public programs
Medicaid (Medical Assistance) plans in Minnesota
Medicaid (also called Medical Assistance or MA) and MinnesotaCare are health insurance programs for people with low incomes. HealthPartners contracts with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) to offer these programs to those who qualify.
To qualify for Medicaid 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 Medicaid and Medicare Parts A and B.
With MSHO, your Medicaid 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. Plus, with our MSHO plan, you won’t pay any monthly premiums, copays, deductibles or coinsurance for covered care or prescription drugs.
To enroll in our HealthPartners MSHO plan:
- Call us at
877-713-8215 (TTY711 ) 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
We have many resources to help you learn how plans provide health coverage. These resources include member handbooks, directories, drug lists and more.
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HealthPartners® Prepaid Medical Assistance Program (PMAP) is for people under age 65 or families with children.
Information about our PMAP plan
Plan available in these counties:
- Anoka
- Benton
- Carver
- Chisago
- Dakota
- Hennepin
- Ramsey
- Scott
- Stearns
- Washington
- Wright
Our PMAP network
Our drug list
If you’d like to enroll in our PMAP plan
- Call DHS at
800-657-3739 - Visit
your county’s human services office - Start a personal application or
family application online with DHS
When you turn 65
Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) is a Minnesota Medicaid program for people ages 65 and older. If you’re already receiving Medicaid when you turn 65, you’ll receive information about MSC+ from DHS. You may also be able to enroll in
HealthPartners® MinnesotaCare is for people under age 65.
Information about our MinnesotaCare plan
Plan available in these counties:
- Anoka
- Benton
- Carver
- Chisago
- Dakota
- Hennepin
- Ramsey
- Scott
- Stearns
- Washington
- Wright
Our MinnesotaCare network
Our drug list
If you’d like to enroll in our MinnesotaCare plan
- Call DHS at
800-657-3739 - Visit
your county’s human services office Start a personal application online with DHS
When you turn 65
Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) is a Minnesota Medicaid program for people ages 65 and older. If you’re already receiving Medicaid when you turn 65, you’ll receive information about MSC+ from DHS. You may also be able to enroll in
HealthPartners® Inspire (SNBC) is for people ages 18-64 with a certified disability.
Information about our Inspire (SNBC) plan
Plan available in these counties:
- Anoka
- Benton
- Carver
- Chisago
- Dakota
- Hennepin
- Ramsey
- Scott
- Sherburne
- Stearns
- Washington
- Wright
Our Inspire (SNBC) network
Our drug list
If you’d like to enroll in our Inspire (SNBC) plan
For education and assistance, call Disability Hub MN at
When you turn 65
Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) is a Minnesota Medicaid program for people ages 65 and older. If you’re already receiving Medicaid when you turn 65, you’ll receive information about MSC+ from DHS. You may also be able to enroll in
HealthPartners® Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) is for people ages 65 and older.
Information about our MSC+ plan
Plan available in these counties:
- Anoka
- Benton
- Carver
- Chisago
- Dakota
- Hennepin
- Ramsey
- Scott
- Sherburne
- Stearns
- Washington
- Wright
Our MSC+ network
Our drug list
If you’d like to enroll in our MSC+ plan
- 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. Plus, with our MSHO plan, you won’t pay any monthly premiums, copays, deductibles or coinsurance for covered care or prescription drugs.
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Last updated March 2023
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