Find out about our benefits

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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Home Delivered Meals Post-Discharge from Hospital Stay

Eligible members may receive up to 18 nutritious meals following an inpatient stay at a hospital. Verification of hospital stay is required.

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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 $125 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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Mental Health Services

Carelon provides mental health services. Visit their page or call 800-888-1965 for any benefit questions or helping locating a mental health provider.

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Vision Care

Adults 21+: $0 copay for a routine exam (limit 1 every two years), $150 annual allowance for eyewear or contact lenses.

Under 21: $0 copay for a routine exam (limit 1 every year), contact lenses if there is a medical reason why glasses won’t work.

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Virtual-First Primary Care

Doctor visits done through an easy-to-use app—same-day appointments available. Your dedicated Care Team can direct you to in-person or specialty care when needed. Register now with CloseKnit.

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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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Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications

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

Review our Member Handbook (PDF) for a complete outline of services and benefits.
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Fall 2025 Newsletter PDF (English | Spanish)

Read helpful tips and articles to help you make the most of your benefit plan.

Health and Wellness 2025 Q2 Newsletter (English | Spanish)

Read helpful tips and articles to help you make the most of your benefit plan.

Della's Closet Drive Thru Food Distribution

January 10, 2026 @ 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1603 Market Street, Pocomoke, MD 21851

Woodson Elementary Winter Adventure

January 22, 2026 @ 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

281 Woodson School Road, Crisfield, MD 21817

Have a question?
Is your question about an existing plan, benefit or claim?
Are you a healthcare provider or medical practice staff member calling about a patient's benefits?
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Contact Member Services

410-779-9369 or 800-730-8530; TTY 711
Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

CHPMDMembers@CareFirst.com

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Contact Provider Services

410-779-9359 or 800-730-8543
Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

ProviderMD@CareFirst.com

Everyone deserves an equal opportunity to live a healthy life

CareFirst BlueCross Blueshield was awarded NCQA Health Equity Accreditation. We are dedicated to helping communities that need it most and making sure everyone has equal access to good healthcare.