What is a renewal?
A renewal is a review of your income and other information to see if you and other family members are still eligible for Medical Assistance (MA) or MinnesotaCare.
How often will I need to renew my health insurance?
Most MA and MinnesotaCare enrollees have a renewal once a year.
Why do I need to complete a renewal?
A renewal is needed to review your eligibility to see if you still qualify for health insurance coverage.
When will I get my renewal forms?
If you have MA, you can expect to get renewal forms about two months before the month you originally applied for health insurance. For example, if you applied in July, your MA renewal forms will be mailed to you in May. Do not worry if you don’t remember when you applied. We will mail renewal forms to you when it is time to renew your MA. If you have MinnesotaCare, you can expect to get your renewal forms in October.
What can I expect when it is time for my renewal?
About six weeks before mailing your renewal forms, we will mail you a letter telling you how to get ready and to watch for your renewal in the mail. When it is time for your renewal, we will mail your renewal forms and instructions.
How will I get my renewal forms?
You will get your renewal forms in the mail. We will send it to the mailing address we have on file for your MA or MinnesotaCare case.
How do I make sure I will get my renewal forms in the mail?
If you moved, make sure to report your new address right away. If you have MA, or your household has both MA and MinnesotaCare, call your county or tribal agency. If you have MinnesotaCare, call DHS Health Care Consumer Support at 651-297-3862 or 800-657-3672.
How can I get help with my renewal form?
You can get help with completing your renewal form by:
- Calling or visiting a MNsure Certified Navigator. They can help answer your questions or help you fill out the renewal form. Go to the Assister Directory to find a navigator that can help you and that speaks your language.
- If you have MA, contact your county or tribal agency for help.
- If you have MinnesotaCare, or your household has both MA and MinnesotaCare, contact DHS Health Care Consumer Support at 651-297-3862 or 800-657-3672.
Should I send proof of my income with my renewal form?
Yes. Send proof of your income with your renewal form. It may help us process your renewal more quickly. Include:
- Pay stubs for people who have wages
- Most recent federal income tax return or business records for people who are self-employed
- Documentation or copies of checks if you have other kinds of income
Where do I send my completed renewal form?
Return it to the agency listed on the cover letter that came with your renewal form. If you no longer have the cover letter and you have MA, contact your county or tribal agency. If you no longer have the cover letter and you have MinnesotaCare, or your household has both MA and MinnesotaCare, contact DHS Health Care Consumer Support at 651-297-3862 or 800-657-3672. Learn about other ways to return your renewal.
What happens if I don’t return my renewal form?
Your health insurance coverage will end.
I think I might not qualify anymore. Do I still have to complete my renewal form?
Yes, if you want us to decide if you still qualify, or see if you are eligible for a different health insurance program.
Can I return my renewal form after the due date?
Yes. Complete and return your renewal form as soon as you can, even if your coverage ended. We will look at your case again if we get your renewal form within four months after your coverage closed. After that, you will need to reapply.
Can I upload my renewal form and proofs online?
Yes, see the upload documents page for more information.
When will my renewal form be processed?
- Renewal forms are processed in the order they are received at your county or tribal agency or at DHS.
- Your renewal will take longer if it is not complete or not signed. Answer all the questions and sign your renewal form to help us process it faster.
- DHS will notify you when your renewal form has been processed. We will send a notice if we need more information from you to decide your eligibility. We will send a notice to tell you whether your eligibility has been renewed.
If I have MinnesotaCare, what do I need to know about my MinnesotaCare premium during renewal time?
- Continue to pay the amount shown on your invoice. Your MinnesotaCare premium may change after your renewal form is processed.
- The premium notices you get in November and December may show a premium amount of “unknown” instead of a dollar amount. If you already returned your renewal form, this means that it hasn’t been processed or received or the agency is waiting for more information from you. If you have not returned your renewal form, you must return it by the due date or your eligibility will end December 31.
