How to apply for Arkansas Medicaid (Health Care) for people who are aged, blind, or disabled (AABD)

Who it's for

Arkansas Medicaid, called Health Care by DHS, has full-coverage groups for people who are 65 or older, blind, or disabled. People who get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) get Health Care automatically. For the main aged, blind and disabled groups, the 2026 income limit is $994 a month for one person or $1,491 for a couple, and the savings limit is $2,000 for one person or $3,000 for a couple. A home and one vehicle do not count. If your income is higher, a spend-down group lets you subtract medical bills to qualify. ARSeniors gives full Medicaid to people 65 or older with income up to $1,064 a month ($1,442.67 for a couple) and savings up to $9,950 ($14,910 for a couple). Apply online at Access Arkansas, at your local DHS county office, or call the Access Arkansas Call Center at 1-855-372-1084.

What you'll need

• Call to ask what to bring

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Arkansas Medicaid (Health Care) for people who are aged, blind, or disabled (AABD). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need call to ask what to bring — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual