When you have CareFirst CHPMD as your MCO...

When you have Medicaid with CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Community Health Plan Maryland (CareFirst CHPMD) you have access to over 15,000 healthcare providers—and so much more:

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Case Management

Help making doctors' appointments, connecting to local services, and managing your medications and health conditions.

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24/7 Nurse Advice Line

Speak with a nurse about your care decisions or needs anytime at no cost to you.

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Maternity Health Program

No-cost prenatal visits, a breast pump, prenatal vitamins, nutrition counseling, a $125 gift card for infant care classes and a $105 gift card for baby needs.

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Maternity Mommy Meals Program

Six months of nutrition coaching, wellness support and home-delivered meals, along with access to educational resources for 12 months.

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Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications

With a prescription from a provider, members can receive OTC items through the CareFirst CHPMD Formulary.

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Vision Care

Up to $150 for glasses or contact lenses every two years for members ages 21+.

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Virtual-First Primary Care

Doctor visits done through an easy-to-use app—anytime, anywhere, 24/7/365. Your dedicated Care Team can direct you to in-person or specialty care when needed.

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Transportation

Get six free one-way rides for all non-emergency medical needs.

 
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Dental Services

Dental services are covered by the state of Maryland’s Healthy Smiles Dental Program.

 
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Review the CareFirst CHPMD Member Handbook (PDF) for a complete outline of services and benefits. English | Spanish


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Already enrolled in a health plan, but like what you see?
Don’t worry. You can switch to CareFirst CHPMD at certain times during the year. Learn more about switching plans.

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Check eligibility

The best way to know if you're eligible is to check if you qualify for Medicaid through Maryland Health Connection.

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Apply for Medicaid through Maryland Health Connection 

Maryland Health Connection is Maryland's official health insurance marketplace. Eligible persons can apply for Medicaid in 1 of these 4 ways.

  1. Go to MarylandHealthConnection.govMaryland Health Connection.
  2. Download the free Maryland Health Connection mobile app Enroll MHC for Apple or Android.
  3. Call Maryland Health Connection at 1-855-642-8572 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. TTY users, please dial 711.
  4. Visit your local health department or Social Services office.
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Choose an MCO, like CareFirst CHPMD, to provide your care 

An MCO is a healthcare organization with a network of primary care providers (PCPs), specialists, hospitals and other healthcare providers that offer benefits to Medicaid recipients. Your MCO provides your care.

There are 3 ways to choose CareFirst CHPMD as your MCO:

  1. Visit Maryland Health Connection and use the MCO search tool.
  2. Call 1-855-642-8572 (TTY: 711). Tell them you choose CareFirst CHPMD as your plan. You can also call to ask for a paper application.
  3. If you requested and completed a paper application, send it to the address on the form.
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Need extra help?

If you have questions as you sign up for your plan, call Maryland Health Connection.

1-855-642-8572
8 a.m.–6 p.m., Monday–Friday

You can also visit a local health department, or a department of social services for help.

Pregnant people are encouraged to apply at local health departments. You can also call Maryland Medicaid’s Pregnant Members and Family Planning Helpline at 1-800-456-8900.

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Making sure all babies get the medical care they need

Thanks to the Healthy Babies Equity Act, effective July 1, 2023, pregnant people in Maryland, regardless of immigration status, now have access to Medicaid coverage. The benefit provides coverage during pregnancy and four months after birth. Medicaid will pay for many different services, not just those related to pregnancy.

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