The More You Know

Changes are coming to Medicaid in Pennsylvania in January 2027

What You Need to

Know Now

On January 1, 2027, due to federal HR1 legislation, there are changes coming to Medicaid in Pennsylvania. Two of these changes are:

  • Some Medicaid recipients will need to renew their Medicaid every 6 months instead of every year.
  • Some Medicaid applicants and recipients will need to meet work requirements or meet an exemption and report to PA DHS. If they do not report, they could lose coverage or be ineligible for Medicaid.

For More Information

Go to www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/
resources/medicaid/faq-medicaid-changes to find answers to your questions.

Need more help?

Find more information about these changes by calling the HR1 FAQ Line at 1-877-883-6383 or call the PA DHS HelpLine at 1-800-692-7462 (1-800-451-5886 TDD for individuals with hearing impairments).

What You Need to

Do Now

  1. Check that your address, phone #, and email are right with PA DHS. If you need to update your information, you can do that:

    - Online: Log in at www.compass.dhs.pa.gov/home
    - On the app: myCOMPASS PA
    - By phone:

    In Philadelphia: 215-560-7226
    Outside Philadelphia: 1-877-395-8930

    - At your County Assistance Office

  2. Report address changes to USPS. Keep your address up to date with the United States Postal Service so mail about your benefits can reach you. Visit USPS.com/move.

  3. Make sure you know your NEW RENEWAL DATE. Complete your renewal and return to PA DHS by the new due date.

    - Online: Log in at www.compass.dhs.pa.gov/home
    - Mail the renewal to your County Assistance Office
    - Call 1-866-550-4355
    - Go to your County Assistance Office

  4. Get text and email alerts from DHS. Go to www.compass.dhs.pa.gov/home to opt in.