Health Care Assistance

1. Medical Assistance

   Some lower-income Minnesotans will be eligible to receive Medical Assistance (MA). MA is a federal program that assists children under the age of 21, parents or relative caretakers of dependent children, pregnant women, people who are 65 or older, and people who have a disability. For more information on how to apply for health care coverage including MA visit Department of Human Services Health Care Programs or contact Mille Lacs County Community & Veteran Services at 320-983-8208.

2. MNsure

   MNsure is Minnesota's health insurance marketplace where individuals, families and small businesses can shop, compare and choose health insurance coverage that meets their needs. Visit the website. To apply for health care coverage, including MA, please visit the MNsure Website. If you need assistance applying online, please contact the MNsure Contact Center at 855-366-7873 (855-3MNSURE) or contact Mille Lacs County Community & Veteran Services at 320-983-8208 for a paper application.

3. Minnesota Department of Health Services

   Our vision is for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving and all people have what they need to be healthy.

Medical Assistance Transportation Services

If you are receiving medical assistance, you may be eligible to receive assistance with your medical transportation needs. If you are looking for medical transportation, contact MTM at 866-467-1724.

If you are on a health care plan and need assistance with transportation to medical appointments, please contact your health plan provider directly at:

• BLUE PLUS: 651-662-5545
• HEALTH PARTNERS: 866-885-8880
• MEDICA: 952-992-2322
• UCARE: 612-676-3200

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