On December 1, Pennsylvanians who believes they may be eligible for Medicaid under the state’s expanded eligibility criteria – part of the Healthy Pennsylvania program – can begin submitting applications for coverage, which will begin on January 1.
People can apply in four ways:

• the state’s online application process – at https://www.compass.state.pa.us/
• the healthcare.gov site
• a dedicated call center set up by the Affordable Care Act – 866-550-4355
• a paper application at any county assistance office