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Learn about Medicaid through Virginia Premier and Kaiser Permanente in Virginia

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Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage to low-income individuals and their families. The Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) administers both the Medicaid and CHIP programs (which is Virginia’s program for children who meet certain eligibility criteria).

 

Virginia Premier and Kaiser Permanente have joined together in Northern Virginia to offer you expanded access to health care services. Through this relationship, Virginia Premier/Kaiser Permanente members will receive quality health care at any Kaiser Permanente medical center.

 

Virginia Premier has a long-standing history of providing access to care throughout the Commonwealth. Together, we will stay true to our commitment to improve the health of communities in every part of Virginia.



You have a wide network of doctors to choose from. All available Kaiser Permanente doctors accept Virginia Premier/Kaiser Permanente Medicaid members.


Medicaid in Virginia provides a core set of health care benefits, including doctor visits and immunizations. If you are eligible for Medicaid, you can be covered for health services like:

Outpatient care

Get care from a healthcare provider such as nurse, doctor or specialist – including appointments, exams, and treatment.

Pediatric services

Your child can get regular check-ups, dental care, vision care and immunizations.

Medication

Get prescriptions that are covered by your plan.

Hospital
inpatient care

If you have to go to a hospital, you can get the services you need, including x-rays and lab tests.

Emergency care

If you need to make an emergency room visit, you can get emergency services.

Laboratory services

Lab tests are covered.

Maternity
and Newborn care 

Regular maternity care appointments, newborn screenings, immunizations, and more are covered.

Mental
Health Care

Get comprehensive mental health care including behavioral health treatment, counseling and substance use disorder services.

Rehabilitative
& Habilitative Services

Services and devices to help you recover from an injury, disability or chronic condition. Examples include physical and occupational therapy.

Preventive
and wellness services

Care you need to stay healthy, such as physical exams, counseling, screening, vaccines and chronic disease management.

Please note: Some services may require preauthorization. All services must be provided by a Kaiser Permanente doctor or medical staff.



Find out if you may qualify for Medicaid

See if you qualify

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If you qualify for Medicaid, you may also qualify for other assistance programs, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)


Questions about Medicaid with Kaiser Permanente?

Call the Kaiser Permanente Medicaid Assistance Center at 1-800-394-77151-800-394-7715 (toll free) or 711711 (TTY) 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Español: 1-800-394-75181-800-394-7518