Medicaid in East Ridge, Hamilton County, Tennessee

Q: How to apply for Medicaid in East Ridge?

Apply online at https://www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip/getting-medicaid-chip/, call 1-800-318-2596, or visit the Hamilton County office near East Ridge.

📊 2026 Income Limits — East Ridge, Tennessee

Household Size	Monthly Limit	Annual 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.

📝 How to Apply — East Ridge, Tennessee

Check Eligibility

Income at or below 138% FPL. Family of 4 in East Ridge: $3,482/month in 2026.

Apply Online — Fastest

Visit www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip/getting-medicaid-chip/ — available 24/7.

Apply by Phone — 1-800-318-2596

Call Mon–Fri business hours for East Ridge residents.

Apply In-Person — Hamilton County Office

Visit offices near East Ridge. Walk-ins accepted.

📋 Documents Required — East Ridge

Photo ID
Proof of income
Proof of state residency
Social Security number
Immigration docs if applicable

❓ FAQs — Medicaid in East Ridge

Who qualifies for Medicaid in East Ridge, Tennessee?

Residents of East Ridge, Hamilton County, Tennessee with income at or below 138% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-318-2596.

How to apply for Medicaid in East Ridge?

Apply online at www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip/getting-medicaid-chip/, call 1-800-318-2596, or visit Hamilton County office.

Is there a Medicaid office in East Ridge?

The nearest office is in Hamilton County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.

🔗 Other Benefits in East Ridge, Tennessee

🍎 SNAP Benefits 🏠 Section 8 Housing 🍼 WIC Program ⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help 💵 TANF Cash Assistance 🧓 SSI Benefits ♿ SSDI Benefits 👶 CHIP Health Insurance

🚀 Apply for Medicaid

Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 1-800-318-2596 ← Back to Hamilton County

🔔 Tennessee Alerts 2026

Free alerts when Medicaid changes in Tennessee.

📌 All Benefits in East Ridge

🍎 SNAP Benefits 🏥 Medicaid 🏠 Section 8 Housing 🍼 WIC Program ⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help 💵 TANF Cash Assistance 🧓 SSI Benefits ♿ SSDI Benefits 👶 CHIP Health Insurance 🏦 Local Food Banks

🏥 Medicaid in East Ridge, Hamilton County, Tennessee — 2026