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Hawaii Medicaid

Hawaii's Medicaid health coverage (Medicaid expansion state).

Hawaii Medicaid provides comprehensive health coverage to eligible residents. As an expansion state, adults up to 138% FPL qualify.

Full health coverage (value ~$7,000/yr)

Who qualifies

Income at or below 138% of the Federal Poverty Level for adults; children and pregnant women have higher limits.

• Income limit: 138% of the Federal Poverty Level
• US citizenship or qualifying immigration status required

Documents you'll need

• Photo ID
• SSN
• Proof of income
• Proof of residency
• Immigration docs if applicable

How to apply

Official source: https://medquest.hawaii.gov/ · Estimated time: 40 min · Recertify every 12 months.

Last reviewed: 2026-10-19. UnifiedAid is an independent service and is not a government agency. Applications and approval decisions are made only by the official agency.

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Hawaii Medicaid?

Income at or below 138% of the Federal Poverty Level for adults; children and pregnant women have higher limits.

How much does Hawaii Medicaid pay?

Typical benefit: Full health coverage (value ~$7,000/yr).

What documents do I need to apply?

Photo ID, SSN, Proof of income, Proof of residency, Immigration docs if applicable.

How long does the application take?

Most people complete the application in about 40 minutes. Processing time varies by state but is typically 30 days or less.

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