Potential government shutdown

In the event of a federal government shutdown, individuals enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid), Public Employees Benefits Board, and School Employees Benefits Board coverage—and those accessing behavioral health services—will not experience a disruption in care. In addition, health care providers will continue to be paid for the services they provide.

If a shutdown occurs, we will share more information at that time.

Apple Health public health emergency (PHE)

Important: Stay covered! Are you enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid) coverage? It may be time to complete your renewal. Make sure your address and phone number are up to date so you can stay enrolled. Report a change.

Chart of requirements

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Verification Requirements Chart - Apple Health

What to verify Verification needed for MAGI-Based Apple Health for Adults, Pregnant Women, and Children? Verification needed for SSI Related Apple Health (Aged, Blind and Disabled)? Verification needed for Long-Term Supports and Services Apple Health?
Child Support obligation No - Deduction not allowed No - Deduction not allowed Yes - Only if income is garnished
Citizenship (1) Yes Yes Yes
Dependent care expenses No - Deduction not allowed No - Deduction not allowed No - Deduction not allowed
Disability Not applicable Yes Yes
Health insurance premiums other than Medicare No - Deduction not allowed Yes Yes 
Household composition Only if questionable Only if questionable Yes - For spousal and deeming cases only
Immigration and lawful presence (1) Yes Yes Yes
Income Yes (2) Yes Yes
Medical expenses No - Deduction not allowed Yes - For spenddown only Yes
Pregnancy No - Self-attestation accepted No - Self-attestation accepted No - Self-attestation accepted
Residency Only if questionable Only if questionable Only if questionable
Resources Not Applicable Yes - Except HWD (5) Yes
Shelter costs Not Applicable Not applicable Yes - Spousal and dependent deeming cases only
Social Security Number Yes (3)(4) Yes (4) Yes (4)
Tax filing status No Not applicable Not applicable
Tribal status No - Self-attestation accepted No - Self-attestation accepted No - Self-attestation accepted

1 - Citizenship, identity, and lawful presence is verified using the SSA citizenship data match, federal hub services, or SAVE. If citizenship or lawful presence is unverified, verification is requested.

2 - Income for MAGI-based health care coverage is verified in post-eligibility review when electronic verifications do not confirm attested income.

3 - A newborn born to a mom on Washington Apple Health (see WAC 182-505-0210 (2)) is eligible for Washington Apple Health without meeting the SSN requirement until his or her first birthday.

4 - A client needs to provide his or her SSN, or proof one has been applied for, unless claiming an exemption for religious or domestic violence reasons.

5 - No, if there are no resources listed on the application or review form.