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NCHealthcare in North Carolina
Plain-language starting points in North Carolina: where to apply for coverage, where to get free Medicare help, and where to find support near you.
Not sure which program fits? Start with Get covered; an application can usually check you for several programs at once. Age 65 or older? Jump to Medicare help.
Get covered
Where to apply for health coverage in North Carolina.
NC Medicaid
Run by North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Benefits. Free or low-cost coverage for people who qualify.
HealthCare.gov
Compare plans, see what help with costs you may get, and enroll or renew.
healthcare.gov ↗ (opens in a new tab)If you’re 65 or older
Free counseling and the official Medicare site.
SHIIP
Free one-on-one help with Medicare questions and choices.
Medicare
Coverage for people 65 and older and some younger people with disabilities.
medicare.gov ↗ (opens in a new tab)Free local help
Offices and services that can point you to help nearby.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Your state's public health agency: programs, clinics, and services.
ncdhhs.gov ↗ (opens in a new tab)211: free local help
Free, confidential referrals to food, housing, and health services near you. You can also dial 211.
nc211.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)More national resources
Official sites run by federal agencies. Coverage options and rules can differ by state.
Healthcare Simplified is not a government agency. We link to official state and federal sites so you can apply or get help directly with them. Links last checked November 3, 2026.
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