How do I apply for Family and Children's Medicaid?

You can come to the Department of Social Services (DSS) to apply or you can fill out the Application for Health Coverage Medicaid (PDF) for Family and Children's Medicaid application, and mail it to"
Beaufort Co. DSS
P.O. Box 1358
Washington, NC 27889

What will I need to complete my application?

  • Pay stubs of the previous month if you, your spouse, or parents are working, Certified Birth Certificate of who is applying (if you do not have them DSS will help you get them).
  • Two proofs of residence, (valid North Carolina ID or drivers licenses with the correct mailing address and some type of mail such as an electric bill, water bill, or doctor's bill).

If any other information is needed a Caseworker from DSS will contact you.

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1. How do I apply for Food and Nutrition Services?
2. How do I apply for Family and Children's Medicaid?
3. How do I apply for Adult Medicaid?
4. How do I apply for Work First Family Assistance (WFFA)?
5. How do I apply for Medical Transportation?
6. How do I apply for Crisis Intervention Program (CIP)?
7. How do I apply for Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)?
8. How do I apply to become a Foster Parent?
9. How do I make a Child Protective Services (CPS) Report?
10. How do I make an Adult Protective Services (APS) Report Report?
11. How do I find out if I am eligible for CAP/DA?