Ask Medicaid Florida

The 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill (H.R. 1) introduces significant changes to Medicaid, including a nationwide work requirement for many Medicaid expansion adults. Beginning in 2027, eligible beneficiaries may need to complete at least 80 hours per month of work, education, job training, or community service to maintain coverage. Learn who is affected, who qualifies for exemptions, how states must implement the rules, and what these changes mean for Medicaid recipients.

Florida Medicaid recipients risk losing coverage in 2026 due to missed renewal deadlines, FLMMIS processing errors, or unmanaged plan changes. Even if eligibility hasn’t changed, one overlooked notice can trigger months without benefits. Stay covered by checking your ACCESS Florida account, responding promptly to DCF requests, confirming your managed care plan, and following a clear checklist to prevent gaps in care and protect your Medicaid benefits.