US Healthcare Directory
Kentucky: Healthcare Resources
Key public health contacts for Kentucky — 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 | Kentucky Department for Public Health |
| Medicaid Program | Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services Phone: 855-306-8959 |
| Health Insurance Marketplace | Kynect |
| Insurance Consumer Help | Kentucky Department of Insurance |
| 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 | Kentucky 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 Kentucky
- Check if you qualify for Medicaid at Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Eligibility is based on income and household size.
- If your income is above Medicaid limits, check marketplace plans at Kynect. 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 Kentucky Department of Insurance.
- 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