Medicaid Work Requirements in Maryland: What To Know and Do

Medicaid Work Requirements

New Medicaid work requirements mean that some adults (ages 19-64) will need to complete certain activities, like working or volunteering, to keep their healthcare coverage. These changes are not yet active in Maryland, but staying informed and prepared can help make sure you keep your benefits.

What are Medicaid work requirements?

Medicaid work requirements are rules that require some Medicaid members to complete certain activities to stay eligible.

These activities may include:

• Working
• Volunteering
• Attending school
• Participating in job training programs

Who could be affected?

Some adults may need to do activities more than once a year. Others may not have to.

You may not have to do these activities if you:

• Are pregnant
• Have a disability
• Care for a child or family member

What can I do to prepare?

• Update your contact information. Medicaid will use your information to send you important information and updates.
• Report household income changes. Report any changes to your household income within 10 days. These changes may affect whether you have to follow the new work requirements.
• Renew your coverage on time. When you get a renewal notice, complete it before the due date to avoid gaps in benefits.

Why this matters

Many people lose coverage not because they no longer qualify, but because they miss forms or deadlines. Staying organized and tracking what is needed can help prevent gaps in care.