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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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Health & public benefitsProgramState program · NJ

New Jersey Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services

NJ FamilyCare Medicaid and CHIP

Free or low-cost public health insurance combining Medicaid and CHIP.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Apply directly through NJ FamilyCare using the official link. A Get Covered New Jersey application also checks possible FamilyCare eligibility without a second initial application.

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    Apply directly through NJ FamilyCare using the official link. A Get Covered New Jersey application also checks possible FamilyCare eligibility without a second initial application.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

New Jersey; residency does not replace assessment of the coverage category.

  • NJ

What it offers

Doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, mental health, dental care and other services according to category and medical need.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Residents meeting income and category rules: generally, adults 19–64 up to 138% of the federal poverty level and children under 19 up to 355%. Immigration rules for certain adults changed October 1, 2026; children under 19 may qualify regardless of immigration status.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
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Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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