Nebraskans covered by Medicaid to receive full benefits

No changes will be made to eligibility for Medicaid.

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Beginning on October 1st, all Nebraskans covered by Medicaid will automatically receive full Medicaid benefits, according to the Department of Health and Human Services.

Benefits in the expansion include dental, vision, and over-the-counter medications.

The Medicaid Expansion comes after the DHHS announced they would no longer use the Heritage Health Adult demonstration program.

There is no change in eligibility for Medicaid.

Those interested in coverage can apply at any time.