Frequently Asked Questions

Q:  How do I apply for EqualityCare (Medicaid) health Insurance?

A:  You can apply for all EqualityCare health insurance programs at the local Department of Family Services (DFS) offices, or by calling the DFS office.  They will mail you an application.  Make sure the EqualityCare application is accurately completed with all applicable information.  Be sure that you sign and date the application and amail or take your completed application to your local DFS office.  A friend or relative may help you apply for EqualityCare.

Q:  Can I get EqualityCare (Medicaid) for past months?

A:  For some EqualityCare health insurance programs, DFS can look back three months from the date of application to see if you may be eligible for benefits.  Contact your local DFS office to apply for EqualityCare health insurance for past months.

Q:  How do I use the EqualityCare (Medicaid) card?

A:  Show your card to your medical provider when you check in for your appointment.  It is helpful to have your card with you at all times in case of an emergency.  You must use a doctor, clinic or hospital that accepts EqualityCare health insurance or your medical bills will not be paid by EqualityCare.  Ask the health care provider if they accept EqualityCare before services are provided.

Q:  What if I have EqualityCare (Medicaid) health insurance and other health insurance or Medicare?

A:  Present the EqualityCare card, along with proof of other health insurance or Medicare coverage, to the provider.  Medical providers need this information to bill private insurance and Medicare before billing EqualityCare.  If you have private insurance or Medicare, those insurance companies must be billed first.  EqualityCare will only pay after all other insurance has been billed and paid their portion.

Q:  What is Estate Recovery?

A:  Estate recovery helps the State of Wyoming generate funds to pay medical care costs, through the EqualityCare (Medicaid) program, for the increasing number of people in need of care.  The federal government requires state Medicaid programs to seek repayment from the estates of certain deceased clients who have benefited from the EqualityCare (Medicaid) program.  The State will pursue recovery of medical care costs paid by the EqualityCare (Medicaid) program from the estate of an EqualityCare (Medicaid) recipient, age 55 years or older, when he/she received medical assistance, or if the person was an inpatient in a medical institution when he/she received medical assistance.