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How to apply for Indiana Medicaid — Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning — administers Medicaid for Hoosiers age 65+, blind, or disabled

Who it's for

Indiana Medicaid Aged/Blind/Disabled covers Hoosiers age 65+, blind, or disabled. Income limit (2026): ~$1,330/month single (roughly 100% of the Federal Poverty Level — more generous than Ohio's strict ~$967/mo, less than New York's ~138% FPL). Resource limit: $2,000 single / $3,000 couple. Indiana also offers M.E.D. Works (Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities) and a Medically Needy spend-down. Apply via the FSSA Benefits Portal (fssabenefits.in.gov), at the local Division of Family Resources (DFR) office, or by calling 1-800-403-0864.

Indiana Medicaid ABD income limit (~$1,330/mo single) sits near 100% FPL — more generous than Ohio/Pennsylvania/Texas (SSI-FBR ~$967/mo). Most middle-income seniors still will not qualify on income alone; Medically Needy spend-down is available for those with high medical expenses.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 65+ (or blind/disabled status)
  • Proof of Indiana residency
  • Proof of all household income and assets
  • Social Security card
  • Medicare card if enrolled

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-800-403-0864

Renewals

annual

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