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Michigan Adult Medical Program (AMP) / Adult Benefits Waiver (ABW)
Overview of the Adult Medical Program
The Adult Medical Program (AMP) is also referred to as the Adult Benefits Waiver (ABW) or sometimes the County Health Plan. It is a Michigan state program for low income residents which provides basic medical care. Note that this program provides very little in terms of long-term care. Instead, it is focused on pharmacy and basic care services.
Adult Medical Program Eligibility
The Adult Medical Program has strict eligibility requirements. Generally speaking, Michigan residents must be 65 years or older, childless, blind or disabled, and meet specific income and resource limitations.
Income eligibility levels vary depending upon one's living arrangements however the general eligibility threshold is 35% of the federal poverty level or less than $4,000 / year. One's cash assets must be valued at less than $3,000.
Note that if one is eligible for Medical Assistance or other Michigan Department of Health Services Medicaid program, then one cannot be eligible for the Adult Medical Program.
Income eligibility levels vary depending upon one's living arrangements however the general eligibility threshold is 35% of the federal poverty level or less than $4,000 / year. One's cash assets must be valued at less than $3,000.
Note that if one is eligible for Medical Assistance or other Michigan Department of Health Services Medicaid program, then one cannot be eligible for the Adult Medical Program.
Benefits / Services Provided by the Adult Medical Program
The Adult Medical Program provides for basic medical care and pharmacy services. It does not pay for long term care or inpatient services.
How to Apply for the Adult Medical Program
Use our Eldercare Financial Resource Locator Tool to find other public and private programs that can help pay for or reduce the costs of long term care for the elderly.
