How to Get Free Preventive Care with Maryland Medicaid
If you have Maryland Medicaid, you can get many free healthcare services. These services are called preventive care. They help find health problems early, so you can get the care you need before the problem gets worse. Preventive care helps you and your family stay healthy and strong.
What’s Free with Maryland Medicaid?
Maryland Medicaid covers many important services for free, including:
- A yearly checkup with your doctor
- Vaccines to protect you from diseases like the flu or COVID-19
- Health screenings for things like high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancer
- Pregnancy care to help you have a healthy baby
- Checkups for your baby to make sure they are growing well
You don’t have to pay anything for these services if you use your Medicaid card.
How to Use These Services
It’s easy to use your Medicaid benefits. Here’s how:
- Call your doctor and ask to schedule a checkup or screening.
- Bring your Medicaid card with you to your visit.
- Log in to your account at MarylandHealthConnection.gov to find providers or get help.
- Talk to your health plan if you have questions or need help finding a doctor.
Why Preventive Care Matters
Getting care before you feel sick is one of the best ways to stay healthy. These free services can:
- Find health problems early, when they are easier to treat
- Keep you from getting very sick, so you can avoid going to the hospital
- Help you feel your best, so you can go to work or school and enjoy life
- Save you money by preventing bigger health problems later
Extra Help for Kids
Children with Medicaid or the Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP) can also get:
- Well-child visits to check growth and development
- Dental checkups and cleanings to protect their teeth
- Vision screenings and eye exams to help them see clearly
These visits are free and help kids stay healthy as they grow.
Take the Next Step
Preventive care is free with Maryland Medicaid. It’s one of the best things you can do for your health. Call your doctor today and make an appointment for a checkup. Taking care of your health now can help you live a longer, healthier life.
