How to apply for Virginia Medicaid Works — Medicaid for Working People with Disabilities

Who it's for

Medicaid Works lets people who are blind or disabled keep Virginia Medicaid while they work and earn more. You must be at least 16 and younger than 65, have a job (or a letter from an employer with your start date), and be blind or disabled under Social Security rules. Getting SSI or SSDI counts as proof of disability. To start, countable income must be no more than $1,856 a month for one person or $2,509 for a couple, with resources of $2,000 or less ($3,000 for a couple). Once enrolled, you can earn up to $75,000 a year and save earnings in a Work Incentive (WIN) account. Apply online at CommonHelp or at the local Department of Social Services, or call Cover Virginia at 1-855-242-8282.

What you'll need

• Medicaid Works Agreement (signed)
• Proof of a job (pay stubs) or a letter from an employer with your start date
• Proof of disability (SSI or SSDI award letter, or a state disability review)
• Proof of income and resources
• Bank account you name as your Work Incentive (WIN) account

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Virginia Medicaid Works — Medicaid for Working People with Disabilities. 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 medicaid Works Agreement (signed), proof of a job (pay stubs) or a letter from an employer with your start date, proof of disability (SSI or SSDI award letter, or a state disability review) — 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.

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