US Healthcare Directory
Georgia: Healthcare Resources
Key public health contacts for Georgia — 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 | Georgia Department of Public Health |
| Medicaid Program | Georgia Medicaid Phone: 866-211-0950 |
| Health Insurance Marketplace | healthcare.gov (federal marketplace) |
| Insurance Consumer Help | Georgia Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner |
| 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 | Georgia has not expanded Medicaid under the ACA. Eligibility thresholds may be lower. Check with the state Medicaid office for current eligibility. Source: KFF Medicaid expansion status → |
How to apply for coverage in Georgia
- Check Medicaid eligibility at Georgia Medicaid. Eligibility thresholds in non-expansion states are typically lower.
- Check marketplace plans at healthcare.gov. Premium subsidies are available for qualifying income levels.
- 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 Georgia Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner.
- 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