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Medicaid provides medical coverage, based on income and assets, for families with children, Adults 65 and older or disabled (including Long Term Care). Health Choice is for children in families up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.
Cynthia Cason Program Manager Office: 919-560-8740 Email: ccason@durhamcountync.gov
To learn more about services provided, eligibility, applications and referrals, click here: Program Directory (PDF)
Apply for Medicaid and Health Choice
Applying for Medicaid Just Got EASIER
To apply for Medicaid you can choose from the following options:
- Download a Medicaid application then complete it and mail it back to the agency.
- Pick up an application at any Durham DSS office, public library, or other public human services agency, then complete it and mail it back to the agency.
- Visit the DSS office at 300 N. Duke St. between 8:15 am and 5:30 PM to meet with a Medicaid worker to help complete your application. Health Choice/Family and Children's Medicaid Application (Word)
 Adult Medicaid Application (PDF)
Adult Medicaid brochure (PDF) Family & Children Medicaid and Health Choice brochure (PDF)
External resources: North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance Senior PharmAssist Lincoln Community Health Center Durham County Health Department Medicaid Eligibility Desk Reference North Carolina Institute of Medicine
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