Medicaid

  • Iowa Total Care
  • Medicaid Information
  • Eligibility Criteria:
    • E-MIYA currently provides Medicaid coverage to eligible youth who are:
      • Living in Iowa
      • Under age 26
      • Who were in a foster care placement when they turned age 18
      • Who were receiving federal Medicaid when they turned age 18
      • Income requirements may apply
    • For this and more information, visit: https://dhs.iowa.gov/transitioning-to-adulthood, and scroll down to the "Medicaid for Independent Young Adults" section.
    • To apply: Contact your local DHS County Office, or the E-MIYA Application link below.
  • MIYA/E-MIYA Application Link
  • Need a Ward of Court Letter?
    • A Ward of Court Letter is a state issued letter that proves you were a dependent or ward of the court, and in foster care beyond age 13.
      • You may need this letter for college applications, Medicaid, and other resources.
      • To access your letter, contact your former case worker, JCO, local TPS or DHS Office, or your ETV Coordinator.