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Nevada Medicaid
Nevada's Medicaid health coverage (Medicaid expansion state).
Nevada 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://dhcfp.nv.gov/ · Estimated time: 40 min · Recertify every 12 months.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-17. 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 Nevada Medicaid?
Income at or below 138% of the Federal Poverty Level for adults; children and pregnant women have higher limits.
How much does Nevada 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.