Once you apply and receive an official notice of enrollment from Virginia, including a Medicaid card, it’s time to select your health plan. A health plan is managed by a private insurance company with a network of doctors and other medical providers working together to give you comprehensive health care. This may also be  referred to as a Managed Care Organization, or MCO.  

It’s important to schedule a visit to the doctor as soon as you know that you are pregnant. Common first-time visits to the doctor often include questions regarding your medical history, along with initial tests and planning.

Having a health care plan that meets your needs is important. Some Medallion members are now able to choose their health plan for the year ahead.

Some Medicaid members are now eligible to choose a new health plan for 2022. Members eligible to pick a plan at this time received a letter with more details in the mail.  The plan selection period runs through April 30, 2022. 

Some Medicaid members are now eligible to choose a new health plan for 2022. Members eligible to pick a plan at this time received a letter with more details in the mail.  The plan selection period runs through February 28, 2022. 

The Open Enrollment Period is almost over for some Medallion members. If you are currently eligible to change your health plan, you should have received a yellow letter in the mail with more information. The deadline to make a change is December 31, 2021.  

​Once you select your health plan, it’s time to choose your primary care provider (PCP). Your PCP is your family doctor who provides most of the health care you will ever need. He or she will also refer you to other providers for more specialized care.

Through December 31, 2021, some Medicaid members are able to change their health plan for any reason. If you are eligible for this plan selection period, you should have received a yellow letter in the mail.