Who can apply
Income and household circumstances matter. Age, pregnancy, disability, Medicare and long-term-care needs can change the eligibility route.
What help is available
Approved coverage pays for eligible health services. Review assigned coverage and provider arrangements.
Documents to prepare
- Household, income and identity details.
- Insurance and category-specific evidence requested during intake.
How to get started
Choose the application route
Adults, children, families and pregnant applicants generally use Washington Healthplanfinder.
Use Classic Medicaid intake when applicable
Aged, blind, disabled or Medicare-related applicants use Washington Connection; ask HCA about long-term services.
Complete review
Return requested evidence and check the coverage notice.
After applying
Use the appropriate account for renewals and changes. Confirm providers with the assigned plan before arranging care.
Website screenshots
These images show the pages captured in August 2026. Website screens and rules may have changed.
Common questions
Is Apple Health Medicaid?
Yes. It is Washington’s Medicaid program.
Does every applicant use Healthplanfinder?
No. Classic Medicaid uses Washington Connection.
Where are renewal dates listed?
Check the coverage notice and correct account.
Does the HCA website itself hold my account?
Use the linked application systems.
Sources and review
Content checked October 1, 2026 using HCA coverage management; Aged, blind or disabled coverage. Current eligibility and the final decision remain with the program.
Historical screenshots: source reference.