COVERAGE FOR KIDS
Health coverage for your kids. They may qualify even if you don't.
Children in Minnesota can qualify for Medical Assistance at much higher family incomes than adults. So even if your own income is too high, your kids may still get covered. You can apply any time of year. A MinnAssist navigator checks each person in your family and applies with you by phone, free. Book at minnassist.com/book or call (866) 655-6606.
Why kids often qualify
- Children can qualify at higher incomes than adults. See Medical Assistance income limits.
- Lawfully present children under 21 can get Medical Assistance.
- Pregnant people can get Medical Assistance, and so can a new baby. See coverage for a new baby.
- Each family member is checked on their own, so parents and kids can end up on different programs.
What Medical Assistance covers for kids
Doctor visits, checkups, dental care, eye exams and eyeglasses, prescriptions and more. See what Medical Assistance covers.
How MinnAssist helps
- One call can cover everyone in your home.
- We fill out the application with you and help with the letters that come after.
- We support all languages. Free, 9 am to 9 pm, 7 days.
If you'd rather do it yourself
You can apply at mnsure.org or through your county. MinnAssist is an independent navigator organization, not MNsure, DHS or your county. The state decides whether you qualify.
Common questions
- Should I do this on my own, or call MinnAssist?
- You can do it alone, but many people get stuck on the questions, the proof and the letters that come after. A MinnAssist navigator does it with you by phone, free, 9 am to 9 pm, 7 days. Book at minnassist.com/book or call (866) 655-6606.
- Can my child get Medical Assistance if I can't?
- Often, yes. Children can qualify at higher family incomes than adults.
- Can I apply for my kids any time of year?
- Yes. Medical Assistance does not need open enrollment.
- Does Medical Assistance cover dental for kids?
- Yes. Dental care is covered.
- Is the help free?
- Yes. Our help is always free, for you and everyone in your family.
More help from MinnAssist
- Medical Assistance income limits
- Coverage for a new baby
- Help for big families
- Why people call MinnAssist
Call (866) 655-6606 or book a free appointment.
Ready? Book a free phone appointment and we call you, or call (866) 655-6606.
Independent navigator organization, not MNsure or DHS. The state decides whether you qualify.