What kind of health plan should I apply for?
You may qualify for Apple Health based on income. But another CHPW plan might fit your needs better.
Let's find the right plan for you!
Apply for Apple Health if …
| ✔ | You are age 19 through 64 |
| ✔ | Your annual household income is at or below the Apple Health standard* |
| ✔ | You're a U.S. citizen or meet Medicaid immigration |
Apply for Medicare if …
One or more of the following is true:
| IF | You are over 65, or about to turn 65 |
| OR | You are under 65 but have certain disabilities |
| OR | You have kidney failure |
Apply for both if …
| ✔ | You are over 65, or about to turn 65 |
| ✔ | Your income is at or below the Apple Health standard |
| ✔ | CHPW's Medicare-Medicaid plan is called Medicare Advantage Dual (D-SNP) |
Apply for Individual & Family Plan if …
| ✔ | You are age 19 through 64 |
| ✔ | You want a less expensive health plan, but your annual household income is above the Apple Health standard |
*Apple Health income limit is $1,732/month for a single-person household in 2024. This amount can change every year.
What’s the difference...
between Apple Health (Medicaid), Medicare, and Individual & Family Plans?
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Apple Health (Medicaid)Medicaid is a federal program that provides health care for people whose income is below a certain amount. Medicaid is called Apple Health in Washington State. |
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MedicareMedicare is a federal program. Medicare provides health care to people 65 and over, as well as to people under 65 with specific disabilities. |
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Individual & FamilyIndividual & Family Cascade Select Plans are high quality health plans offered through the State of Washington Health Benefit Exchange and can include financial support for eligible people. |
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