Pinellas County Medicaid Resource Center
If you live in Pinellas County, Florida, this guide provides a central starting point for finding Florida Medicaid information, applying for coverage, managing your case, completing renewals, finding healthcare services, and getting help when you have a Medicaid problem.
Whether you live in Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Largo, Pinellas Park, Dunedin, Tarpon Springs, Seminole, Safety Harbor, or another Pinellas County community, the resources below can help you find the appropriate Florida Medicaid agency or healthcare resource.
Important: Florida Medicaid eligibility and case decisions are handled by the appropriate state agencies. Local resources can help you access services, but they do not replace an official Medicaid determination.
Florida Medicaid in Pinellas County
Florida Medicaid provides health coverage to eligible Floridians. The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) determines Medicaid eligibility for many applicants, while the Social Security Administration determines Medicaid eligibility for people receiving SSI.
Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) administers the Medicaid program and the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care program.
For many Pinellas County residents, MyACCESS Florida is the primary online system for applying for Medicaid, checking case information, submitting documents and managing benefits.
How to Apply for Medicaid in Pinellas County
You can apply for Florida Medicaid through the MyACCESS Florida portal.
MyACCESS allows Florida residents to apply for Medicaid and other public assistance programs online. It is also available 24 hours a day for many case-management functions.
When applying, you may need information about:
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Household members
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Income
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Address and contact information
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Social Security numbers
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Citizenship or immigration information when applicable
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Health insurance
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Medical expenses
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Pregnancy, when applicable
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Disability or other qualifying circumstances
Tip: Keep copies of everything you submit. If DCF requests verification, upload the documents through your MyACCESS account and keep confirmation of your submission.
MyACCESS Florida: Check Your Medicaid Case
MyACCESS can be used to:
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Apply for Medicaid
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Check application status
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View benefit information
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Renew benefits
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Report changes
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Upload requested documents
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Review notices
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Manage account information
DCF specifically recommends MyACCESS for checking case information and submitting requested verification electronically.
MyACCESS Customer Call Center:
850-300-4323
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Florida Relay: 711 or TTY 1-800-955-8771.
Florida Medicaid Renewal Help in Pinellas County
Medicaid recipients should pay attention to renewal notices and requests for information.
If DCF needs information to determine continued eligibility, your MyACCESS account can be used to submit documents. DCF states that Medicaid recipients can access renewal functions through MyACCESS when their renewal period arrives.
If your Medicaid was terminated
If you receive a notice that your Medicaid coverage is ending:
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Read the notice carefully.
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Check your MyACCESS account.
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Determine why coverage is ending.
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Check whether DCF is requesting additional documentation.
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Submit missing information if appropriate.
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Review your appeal or hearing rights if you disagree with the decision.
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Contact DCF if you need clarification.
Do not ignore a Medicaid termination notice.
Florida Medicaid Managed Care in Pinellas County
Most Florida Medicaid recipients participate in Statewide Medicaid Managed Care (SMMC). Florida's SMMC program includes Managed Medical Assistance (MMA), Long-Term Care (LTC), and Dental programs. AHCA implemented SMMC 3.0 on February 1, 2025.
Your managed care plan affects which doctors, hospitals and other healthcare providers you can use.
Before selecting or changing a plan, check:
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Whether your primary care doctor participates
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Whether your specialists participate
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Whether your preferred hospital participates
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Prescription coverage
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Dental benefits
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Transportation benefits
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Additional plan services
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Whether the plan serves your eligibility category
For current plan information, use AHCA's official Medicaid managed care resources.
Find a Medicaid Doctor in Pinellas County
Finding a provider who actually accepts your specific Medicaid plan is important.
Before scheduling an appointment, verify:
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The provider accepts Florida Medicaid.
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The provider accepts your specific managed care plan.
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The provider is accepting new patients.
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Your Medicaid coverage is currently active.
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A referral or prior authorization is required, if applicable.
A provider who accepts Medicaid does not necessarily participate in every Medicaid managed care plan.
Medicaid Dental Services in Pinellas County
Florida Medicaid dental coverage depends on the recipient's eligibility category and applicable Medicaid dental program.
The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County also operates dental health services at several locations. Its clinical and nutrition programs include dental services and other healthcare services.
Contact the health department before visiting to determine eligibility, availability and current services.
Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County
The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County provides community health services that may be useful to Medicaid recipients and people who do not have insurance.
The department lists locations in Clearwater, Largo, Mid-County, Pinellas Park, St. Petersburg and Tarpon Springs.
Main Contact
Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County
Phone: 727-824-6900
Email: Info.PinCHD52@FLHealth.gov
Clearwater
310 N. Myrtle Ave.
Clearwater, FL 33755
Phone: 727-469-5800
Largo
12420 130th Ave. N.
Largo, FL 33774
Phone: 727-588-4040
Mid-County
8751 Ulmerton Road
Largo, FL 33771
Phone: 727-524-4410
Pinellas Park
6350 76th Ave. N.
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Phone: 727-547-7780
St. Petersburg
205 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Phone: 727-824-6900
Tarpon Springs
301 S. Disston Ave.
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Phone: 727-942-5457
Healthcare for Uninsured Pinellas County Residents
If you do not qualify for Medicaid or currently have no health insurance, the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County offers primary care options for eligible uninsured residents.
The department states that the Pinellas County Health Program serves uninsured adults ages 18–64 in collaboration with the Pinellas County Human Services Department. Other primary-care services may be available on a sliding-fee basis depending on income and family size.
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Primary care
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Laboratory work
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Prescriptions
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Cancer screenings
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Wellness services
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Behavioral-health screening and referrals
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Case management
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Dental referrals
Medicaid Transportation in Pinellas County
Medicaid transportation is available to eligible recipients through Florida Medicaid's transportation benefits and managed care arrangements.
If you need transportation to a Medicaid-covered appointment, contact your Medicaid managed care plan before the appointment to determine:
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Whether transportation is covered
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How far in advance you must schedule
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Which transportation provider is assigned
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Whether special transportation is available
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What information you need when scheduling
Keep your plan's transportation phone number readily available.
What to Do If You Have a Florida Medicaid Problem
If your Medicaid application, renewal or benefits are delayed or denied, start by identifying the agency responsible for the problem.
MyACCESS or eligibility problem
Contact Florida DCF/MyACCESS at 850-300-4323 or use your MyACCESS account.
Managed care problem
Contact your Medicaid managed care plan first. For issues involving Medicaid managed care administration, AHCA provides statewide Medicaid resources.
Healthcare provider problem
If a doctor, hospital or other provider says it cannot verify your Medicaid coverage, first confirm that your Medicaid coverage is active and that the provider participates in your specific plan.
Pinellas County Medicaid Resource Checklist
Apply for Medicaid MyACCESS Florida
Check Medicaid case MyACCESS Florida
Upload documents MyACCESS Florida
Medicaid case questions DCF: 850-300-4323
Find local health services Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County
Find a Medicaid doctor Your Medicaid managed care plan
Find a Medicaid dentist Your Medicaid dental plan
Transportation Your Medicaid managed care plan
Managed care information Florida AHCA
Uninsured healthcare Pinellas County health resources
Last reviewed: September 2026. Because Medicaid programs, managed care plans, addresses, telephone numbers and eligibility rules can change, verify important information with the appropriate Florida agency before taking action.
Pinellas County Medicaid Offices, Hours, Appointments & Directions
Florida DCF North Pinellas Service Center — Medicaid & MyACCESS
Department of Children & Family
Address: 11351 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33778
Phone: 850-300-4323
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Directions: The service center is on Ulmerton Road in Largo. From US-19, travel east on Ulmerton Road and follow the signs for the service center. Call before traveling because the appropriate location and appointment requirements can depend on the service you need.
Important: The MyACCESS Customer Call Center is 850-300-4323, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County
The Florida Department of Health operates several health department locations throughout Pinellas County. These offices provide different services, so call the individual location before visiting to confirm that it provides the service you need and whether an appointment is required.
Clearwater Health Department
Address: 310 N. Myrtle Ave., Clearwater, FL 33755
Phone: 727-469-5800
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed: Saturday and Sunday
Services include: Adult and child health services, family planning, immunizations, laboratory services, pediatric dental, STI/STD services, tuberculosis services, WIC and Healthy Start.
Appointments: Appointment requirements vary by service. Call 727-469-5800 before visiting.
Directions: The office is located on N. Myrtle Avenue in Clearwater. From downtown Clearwater, travel north toward N. Myrtle Avenue and follow local signs to the health department.
Mid-County Health Department — Largo
DEPT OF HEALTH
Ministry of Health
Address: 8751 Ulmerton Road, Largo, FL 33771
Phone: 727-524-4410
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed: Saturday and Sunday
This is one of the larger Pinellas County health department locations. Services include adult and child health, family planning, Healthy Start, immunizations, laboratory services, pediatric dental, STI/STD services, WIC and environmental public health programs.
Appointments: Requirements depend on the service. For dental appointments, DOH-Pinellas has published instructions to call 727-824-6900 and request dental services.
Directions: The facility is on Ulmerton Road in Largo. From US-19, take Ulmerton Road east and continue to the health department complex.
Pinellas Park Health Department
Florida Department of Health
Address: 6350 76th Ave. N., Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Phone: 727-547-7780
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed: Saturday and Sunday
Services include: Adult and child health, family planning, Healthy Start, immunizations, laboratory services, pediatric dental, STI/STD services, tuberculosis services and WIC.
Appointments: Call 727-547-7780 before visiting to determine whether your service requires an appointment.
Directions: The office is on 76th Avenue North in Pinellas Park. Use 76th Avenue North as the primary approach and follow local signage to the health department.
St. Petersburg Health Department
Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County
Address: 205 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Phone: 727-824-6900
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed: Saturday and Sunday
Services include: Adult and child health, immunizations, laboratory services, pediatric dental, refugee health, STI/STD services, tuberculosis services and WIC.
Appointments: Call 727-824-6900 before visiting. Certain programs, including dental services, require appointments.
Directions: The location is in downtown St. Petersburg on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street North. Use downtown St. Petersburg as the destination and follow signs for Dr. MLK Jr. Street.
Tarpon Springs Health Department
Pinellas County Health Department
Address: 301 S. Disston Ave., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Phone: 727-942-5457
Hours:
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Monday: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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Tuesday: Closed
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Wednesday: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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Thursday: Closed
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Friday: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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Saturday–Sunday: Closed
Services include: Adult and child health, family planning, Healthy Start, immunizations, laboratory services, pediatric dental, STI/STD services, tuberculosis services and WIC.
Appointments: Because this location has limited weekly operating days, call 727-942-5457 before traveling to confirm availability.
Directions: The office is on S. Disston Avenue in Tarpon Springs. Use S. Disston Avenue as the destination and follow local signs to the health department.
Pinellas County Health Department Appointment Tips
Before visiting any Pinellas County health department location:
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Call first. Different services operate on different schedules.
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Ask whether an appointment is required.
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Ask what identification or documents you need.
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Bring your Medicaid card or managed care plan information if the visit concerns Medicaid-covered healthcare.
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Bring any appointment confirmation, referral or medical documentation requested.
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Ask whether the service is available at the specific location you plan to visit.
For dental services, DOH-Pinellas specifically directs patients to call 727-824-6900 to make an appointment.
Pinellas County Medicaid Contact Numbers
Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County 727-824-6900
Clearwater Health Department 727-469-5800
Mid-County Health Department 727-524-4410
Pinellas Park Health Department 727-547-7780
St. Petersburg Health Department 727-824-6900
Tarpon Springs Health Department 727-942-5457
Important Update
The Largo Health Department at 12420 130th Ave. N. currently lists regular administrative hours of Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., but the
Florida Department of Health states that no clinic services are currently being provided at that location and directs people needing clinical/medical services to the Mid-County location at 8751 Ulmerton Road.