MassHealth vs. State Health Insurance within the HMIS Assessment

When completing the Health Insurance section of the HUD Assessment, please note that Medicaid corresponds to MassHealth. In Massachusetts, MassHealth is synonymous with Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) — combined in one program.

State health insurance for Adults should only be selected if the client is enrolled in ConnectorCare, a program for individuals or families in Massachusetts that are at or below 300 times the federal poverty level. Persons who qualify for MassHealth or Medicare are noteligible for this State Health Insurance program.

If you have any questions on how to answer the Health Insurance or any other type of HMIS questions, please call 617-349-6966 or email mcolangelo@cambridgema.gov.