How to apply for MI Coordinated Health (Medicare-Medicaid Integrated Plan, formerly MI Health Link)

Who it's for

MI Coordinated Health (MICH) replaced MI Health Link on January 1, 2026. It combines Medicare and most Medicaid benefits, including long-term services and supports, into one health plan with one card and a personal care coordinator, and no copays or deductibles for in-network services (some Medicare Part D drugs may have a copay). It is available only to people who live in Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, Macomb, St. Joseph, Van Buren, or Wayne County, or in the Upper Peninsula except Chippewa, Gogebic, and Menominee counties. You must be age 21 or older, have Medicare Parts A, B, and D plus full Medicaid, not live in a state veterans home, and not already be in hospice. Enroll any time by calling the plan you want, 1-800-MEDICARE, or the MMAP counseling line.

What you'll need

• Medicare card
• Medicaid (mihealth) card

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about MI Coordinated Health (Medicare-Medicaid Integrated Plan, formerly MI Health Link). 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 medicare card, medicaid (mihealth) card — 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.

Step by step

1. Check that you live in an eligible area. MI Coordinated Health is offered only in Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, Macomb, St. Joseph, Van Buren, or Wayne County, or in the Upper Peninsula except Chippewa, Gogebic, and Menominee counties.
2. Make sure you meet the program rules. You must be age 21 or older, have Medicare Parts A, B, and D, and have full Medicaid. You cannot live in a state veterans home, already be in hospice, or be in MI Choice, PACE, or Home Help at the same time.
3. Gather your Medicare card and your Medicaid (mihealth) card.
4. Apply online or enroll by phone. You can call 1-800-MEDICARE to enroll or call the MMAP counseling line at 1-800-803-7174 for help with your options.
5. Choose the plan you want when you enroll. You can enroll, switch, or leave at any time, and changes take effect the first of the next month.

What to expect: After you apply, the agency or plan will review your enrollment and may contact you if more information is needed. If you are approved, you will get coverage through one plan with one card and a personal care coordinator. Processing times vary, so ask the agency or plan for an estimate. Renew coverage each year if required. If you were in MI Health Link, you were moved to MI Coordinated Health automatically on January 1, 2026.

Renewals

annual