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Benefits in Idaho

Where to apply and who to call in Idaho. For services near you, see the Idaho state page.

Medicaid

Program: Idaho Medicaid (Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW))
Apply online: idalink.idaho.gov
By phone: (877) 456-1233
In person: Your closest DHW field office Find an office
If you get SSI: No. Idaho uses its own application, so people who get SSI must still apply for Idaho Medicaid with DHW.
If you work: Medicaid for Workers with Disabilities (MWD): health coverage for people with disabilities who work, with a premium based on income.

Medicare Savings Programs and the Medicaid Buy-In also go through this office. How Medicaid works.

Free Idaho advance directive forms, with instructions: Idaho forms at CaringInfo. What each form does.

211: call or text 2-1-1.
Medicare counseling (SHIP): shiphelp.org.
Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center: Eldercare Locator, 1-800-677-1116.
Work and benefits counseling (WIPA): choosework.ssa.gov/findhelp.
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Medicaid details checked October 9, 2026. Disability rights agency from the NDRN member list; forms from CaringInfo. Last reviewed November 9, 2026.

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