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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about MinnesotaCare below. If your question isn’t answered, please contact us.

• What is MinnesotaCare?

  MinnesotaCare is a program for Minnesotans with low incomes who do not have access to other affordable health care coverage, for example through an employer. Visit MN Department of Human Services for more information.

  MN Department of Human Resources

• Who is eligible?

  You are eligible if you:

  • Live in Minnesota.
  • Meet the income limits.
  • Lack other health insurance options. If your job offers you health insurance, you may still qualify if the insurance from your job is considered too expensive.

  
• What are the income limits?

  2025 income limits:
  Family of 2: Income at or below $40,880 yearly
  Family of 4: Income at or below $62,400 yearly

  Please refer to the DHS Income and Asset Guidelines for updated income limits.

• How much will it cost?

  Some MinnesotaCare members pay a monthly bill, called a premium. The payment amount depends on your income, family size and the number of family members enrolled in the program. Monthly premium amounts can be found at the DHS MinnesotaCare website.

  After you apply, you will be told if you qualify for MinnesotaCare. You then need to pay your first monthly premium for your insurance to begin.

• How do I apply?

  You can apply for MinnesotaCare at any time during the year. There is no deadline to apply. There are no limits on the number of people who may enroll.

  Contact us at 651-489-2273 for assistance.

• Prepare for your appointment
  • If anyone in your household is offered insurance through an employer, please ask your supervisor or HR contact to fill out this form: Appendix A – Health Coverage from Jobs form
  • Income documents such as pay stubs, tax return, or other verification documentation

  Submit Documents Requested by Your Portico Navigator

  Use our secure document upload system to submit required documents to complete your application process.

  Click the “Submit Documents” button to get started or read the instructions for uploading a document.

  Submit Documents

• After your appointment

  Submit Documents Requested by Your Portico Navigator

  Use our secure document upload system to submit required documents to complete your application process.

  Click the “Submit Documents” button to get started or read the instructions for uploading a document.

  Submit Documents

  Watch Your Mail for MinnesotaCare Premium Payment Information

  Some MinnesotaCare members pay a monthly bill, called a premium. The payment amount depends on your income, family size and the number of family members enrolled in the program.

  After you apply, you will be told if you qualify for MinnesotaCare. You then need to pay your first monthly premium for your insurance to begin.

  Information on how to pay your premium will arrive in the mail. You can also contact MinnesotaCare at 651-297-3862 for information about your bill amount and how to pay.

  https://mn.gov/dhs/minnesotacare/whats-next/

  Watch Your Mail for Important Updates

  Watch your mail for important updates from your county or the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Your Portico MNsure Navigator will contact you with any information that we receive.

• How does my healthcare enrollment affect my immigration status?

  Please contact a lawyer if you have questions about public charge or other concerns about your immigration status.

  Legal Aid Resources:

  Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid
  800-292-4150

  Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services:
  651-222-5863

  Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota
  1-800-223-1368

  LawHelpMN.org
  Understanding Public Charge (pdf)

  Public Charge Factsheet (pdf)