NC Medicaid 

Medicaid is for low-income beneficiaries. Eligibility is based in part on your income and resources. This amount is different depending on the Medicaid program that fits your age and health care needs. Your local DSS casework will help determine your income and recourses. 

Basic Eligibility Requirements

Medicaid may be available to people who are:

  • Age 65 or older
  • Blind or disabled
  • Infants and children under the age of 21
  • Pregnant
  • Low-income individuals and families
  • In need of long-term care
  • Receiving Medicare

Eligibility depends on your age, health needs, income, and resources.


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Medicaid Transportation

Medicaid Transportation provides transportation for eligible Medicaid recipients to and from Medicaid-covered services. Call to request transportation assistance or to determine eligibility. Requests need to be made 3 days prior to the appointment. 

Verifications and Renewals

Verifications and renewals can be submitted to Caldwell County's Non-MAGI Central Email Address: Medicaid@caldwellcountync.org   

This email should be used for Aged, Blind, Disabled Medicaid & LTC, CAP, PACE, Special Assistance services, and Deductibles.