What is the difference between Nevada Check Up and Medicaid?
Nevada Check Up provides coverage for families who have a higher income than those who are eligible for Medicaid. Nevada Check Up also charges premiums, and Medicaid does not. With a few exceptions, both programs offer the same health services coverage. Federal law prohibits Nevada Check Up from providing coverage to children who are eligible for Medicaid. However, the goal of Nevada Check Up and Medicaid is to make sure all eligible children are insured. As part of the eligibility process, we screen your application for Medicaid eligibility. If it appears that your child is eligible for Medicaid, the application is forwarded to Medicaid. If your application is referred for Medicaid review, you will be contacted directly by eligibility workers from the Nevada State Welfare Division. If you apply for Medicaid and it appears you are eligible for Nevada Check Up, Nevada State Welfare Division sends your application information to us to determine your eligibility.
