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Secure .gov websites use HTTPS LDH is moving forward with a plan to distribute food benefits on EBT cards. If the USDA, who administers the SNAP program, is prepared and ready to move money into states’ accounts, we will use federal dollars to fund SNAP recipients’ accounts. If they are not ready, LDH will proceed with our state-funded program to provide food assistance to the elderly, the disabled, and households with children through their existing EBT cards.
Medicaid Purchase Plan
Louisiana's Medicaid Purchase Plan (MPP) offers health coverage for people with disabilities who work.
To qualify for MPP, you must:
- Have a severe disability that matches Social Security's standards.
- Work.
- Be at least 16 but not yet 65.
- Have countable income below the program limits.
- Have countable assets that are less than $25,000.
- Take other health insurance coverage, if you can get it at no cost to you.
A monthly premium may be required for participants who earn more than 150% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Coverage may be closed for failure to pay premiums.
Resources
- See Common Questions about Medicaid Purchase Plan.
- Ask a question.
- Learn more about employment-related resources available for people with disabilities through the Louisiana Economic Development. Find information related to small business programs and self-employment opportunities.
Not sure if you qualify? Apply to find out.
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