πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USAGovBenefits.com β€” Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Homeβ€ΊNew Yorkβ€ΊAlbanyβ€ΊMedicaidβ€ΊBerne
HEALTH β€” NY

πŸ₯ Medicaid in Berne, Albany, New York β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Berne residents

Full coverageMax Benefit
1-800-318-2596Helpline
NYState
138% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Berne, New York
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Berne, New York
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 138% FPL. Family of 4 in Berne: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-318-2596
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Berne residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Albany Office
Visit offices near Berne. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Berne
  • Photo ID
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of state residency
  • Social Security number
  • Immigration docs if applicable
❓ FAQs β€” Medicaid in Berne
Who qualifies for Medicaid in Berne, New York?
Residents of Berne, Albany, New York with income at or below 138% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-318-2596.
How to apply for Medicaid in Berne?
Apply online at www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip/getting-medicaid-chip/, call 1-800-318-2596, or visit Albany office.
Is there a Medicaid office in Berne?
The nearest office is in Albany. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” New York Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Medicaid changes in New York.