Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is now a choice for Ohio Medicaid!


Join the plan that plans on everything — from 3 a.m. fevers to life-saving medicines to care wherever you need it.

Why choose Anthem?

We’ve been helping families with their healthcare needs for more than 80 years. And as part of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield family, you’ll have access to some of the best doctors and hospitals in the area.

Benefits with Anthem

Anthem covers your standard Medicaid benefits like doctor visits and hospital stays, dental and vision care, and prescriptions. Anthem members also enjoy extra benefits to help with everyday life.

  • Enhanced adult dental — one extra cleaning and X-ray per year.
  • Enhanced adult vision — members up to 59 years old can receive $100 towards purchase and fitting for contact lenses or eyeglasses per year.
  • $100 allowance to purchase over-the-counter supplies, distributed in $25 quarterly increments.
  • Transportation services — rides to appointments; $25 Uber gift card.
  • Home-delivered meals to eligible members after discharge.
  • Virtual care options, including telehealth and 24/7 NurseLine.
  • Choose two baby essentials: nursing support pillow, highchair, booster seat, portable crib, car seat, and more.
  • Up to $100 towards childcare for eligible members.
  • Up to $75 worth of diapers shipped to your home.
  • Up to $30 in organic baby food coupons.
  • Up to 24 hours of one-on-one virtual tutoring services for kids and teens, ages 6-18.
  • Free laptop computer for job search or educational purposes. Must be enrolled in Employment Services Program.
  • Employment certification assistance — Anthem will cover the cost of certain industry certifications, up to $100.
  • Substance use disorder recovery support.

Note: Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

Apply for Ohio Medicaid benefits

Enrollment in Medicaid is year-round. See if you're eligible and apply online through the Ohio benefits website.

Who qualifies?

The following individuals may qualify for Ohio Medicaid:

Individuals with low-income

Pregnant women, infants and children

Older adults

Individuals with disabilities

Once you’re approved, you’ll get a letter in the mail asking you to pick a health plan. You can choose Anthem through the Ohio Consumer Hotline portal.

How to enroll with Anthem

Visit the Ohio Consumer Hotline portal to login or create an account.

Call 1-800-324-8680, to speak with a choice counselor. Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time.