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Arkansas Medicaid Application Guide: Complete Forms & Process

Arkansas Medicaid · DCO-151, DCO-152

Program overview

Arkansas Medicaid provides healthcare coverage to eligible low-income individuals, including those with disabilities, through the state's Department of Human Services (DHS). The program offers comprehensive medical services and is administered as part of Arkansas's commitment to ensuring healthcare access for vulnerable populations across the state.

Adults under age 65 are eligible for Medicaid with household income up to 138% of the poverty level, while infants under one are eligible if their household income is up to 201% of poverty. Eligibility is checked using information from electronic databases including the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Social Security, and the Department of Homeland Security. The state also offers specialized programs like ARKids First for children and the Arkansas Works Program for working adults.

Arkansas Medicaid covers nursing home care for individuals who meet both medical needs and financial criteria through Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS). The program provides essential medical services including doctor visits, hospital care, prescription medications, preventive care, and specialized services. Coverage extends to home and community-based services for those who qualify.

Applicants should be prepared for a thorough eligibility review process and understand that Medicaid applications typically take 3 to 6 months to process, unless a disability determination needs to be made. Help is available by calling 1-855-372-1084, and applications can be submitted online through Access Arkansas, by mail, or in person at local DHS offices statewide.

Main application form

<cite index="23-2,4-4,22-24">Application for Health Coverage - Single Adults (DCO-151) or Household Health Coverage Application (DCO-152)</cite>

Form DCO-151, DCO-152

Additional forms

  • Additional Household Member · DCO-152C

    Required for each additional household member beyond the first two

  • Consent for Authorized Representative · DCO-153

    Required if someone else is helping complete the application

Where to submit

<cite index="22-3,22-45,22-46">Most applications (DCO-151 & DCO-152) must be mailed to Jefferson County DHS office at P.O. Box 8848, or faxed to 1-870-534-3421, or submitted to your local DHS office.</cite>

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Arkansas Medicaid provides essential healthcare coverage for eligible residents through the Department of Human Services. Adults under 65 qualify with income up to 138% of the federal poverty level. You can apply using form DCO-151 for single adults or DCO-152 for households. Required documents include Social Security cards, proof of residency, income verification, and citizenship documentation. Applications can be submitted online at Access Arkansas dot gov, by mail to Jefferson County DHS office, or at local county offices. The review process typically takes three to six months. ARKids First coverage is available for children, and specialized programs serve seniors and disabled individuals. For assistance, call 1-855-372-1084 or visit your local DHS office. Don't delay applying - Arkansas Medicaid coverage can provide the healthcare security your family needs.

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