US Healthcare Directory
District of Columbia: Healthcare Resources
Key public health contacts for District of Columbia — Medicaid, health department, community health centers, language access, and crisis lines. All information is sourced from official government websites. Verify current details before relying on them, as programs and contacts change.
| Resource | Details |
|---|---|
| State Health Department | DC Department of Health |
| Medicaid Program | DC Medicaid Phone: 855-532-5465 |
| Health Insurance Marketplace | DC Health Link |
| Insurance Consumer Help | DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking |
| Community Health Centers | Find a health center near you (HRSA) — federally funded clinics with sliding-fee scale services. |
| Crisis & Emergency Lines | 911 — emergencies 988 — Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text) 1-800-222-1222 — Poison Control |
| Medicaid Expansion | District of Columbia has expanded Medicaid under the ACA. More residents may qualify for Medicaid based on income. Source: KFF Medicaid expansion status → |
How to apply for coverage in District of Columbia
- Check if you qualify for Medicaid at DC Medicaid. Eligibility is based on income and household size.
- If your income is above Medicaid limits, check marketplace plans at DC Health Link. Premium subsidies may be available.
- If uninsured, find a federally qualified health center at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov — sliding-fee scale services are available regardless of insurance status.
- For billing disputes or insurance complaints, contact the DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking.
- For language assistance in completing applications, see the Interpreter Rights guide and ask for a free interpreter when contacting any of the above agencies.
Last reviewed: September 2026