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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 7, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Missouri, we recommend that you visit the state’s Show Me Strong COVID-19 portal, which includes information for businesses and a resource directory.”

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Description of Program and Relief

Missouri Medicaid MO HealthNet

MO HealthNet is Missouri’s Medicaid program which covers qualified medical expenses for individuals who meet certain eligibility requirements.

In response to COVID-19, eligibility for any participant will not be terminated unless the individual requests a voluntary termination for the length of the federal emergency declaration, Missourians age 19-64 who test positive for COVID-19 and meet eligibility guidelines will receive 90 days of coverage, new provider enrollment requirements and fees will be waived to enable providers to serve Medicaid participants and the co-payment will be waived for all services provided by means of telehealth.

Government or Lead Agency

Missouri Department of Social Services

Dates Available

Effective immediately.

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Eligibility requirements vary based on the basis for application for coverage through MO HealthNet. Classes that could be eligible for coverage include:

  • People with disabilities.

  • Blind and visually impaired

  • Seniors

  • Pregnant women, unborn children and newborns

  • Uninsured women

  • Low income families

  • Kids

  • Women with breast or cervical cancer

Further information on eligibility can be found at: https://mydss.mo.gov/healthcare

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

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Contact for More Information

Information about MO HealthNet can be found here: https://mydss.mo.gov/healthcare or by calling (855) 373-4636.

List of Additional Information

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