The FDA recently approved a second Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 booster shot for:
- People 50 and older
- People ages 12-49 with some long-term medical conditions (Please consult your doctor if you might be eligible.)
News and Updates
Important COVID-19 Vaccine Update: A Second Booster Dose is Available to Those 50 and Older
Once You Have a Plan, You Need a Doctor
Once you select your health plan, it’s time to choose your primary care provider (PCP). A PCP is your doctor who provides most of the health care you will need. Your PCP may also refer you to other providers for more specialized care.
3 Easy Ways to Apply for Medicaid Coverage
Having health coverage during your pregnancy can help protect both you and your baby. Cover Virginia makes it easy to apply for quality no-cost health coverage to help ensure that you and your baby remain healthy.
Protect Yourself and Your Baby: Find Out if you Qualify for Virginia Medicaid
Expecting mothers in Virginia have access to quality, no-cost health insurance. Eligibility is typically based on income and family size. Discover what health benefits you may qualify for by using CoverVA’s quick and easy Eligibility Screening Tool or by finding additional eligibility information on Virginia’s FAMIS MOMS page.
Important COVID-19 Update: Order Free At-Home COVID Tests
Every home in the U.S. can order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. All you need is your name and home address to place an order. No ID or credit card is needed.
Keep Your Medicaid Information Updated
It's important to keep your personal information up to date to ensure there are no gaps in your health care and to help us reach you with information about your coverage. Please report any changes to your information within 10 days after the changes.
Important COVID-19 Update: Unvaccinated Virginians are 4 Times More Likely to Get COVID-19 Than Those Who are Fully Vaccinated
More than 70% of Virginians are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Unvaccinated Virginians are 4 times more likely to get COVID-19 than those who are fully vaccinated. They are also more likely to get very sick or hospitalized. You can protect yourself, your family and your friends by getting your shot.
We are Halfway Through Open Enrollment! (March 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 April 30, 2022.
Get Help with Buying Food
1 in 10 Virginians struggle with hunger. If you are struggling to feed yourself or your family, the Department of Social Services offers several food assistance programs that can help.
Long-Term Effects of COVID-19
Some people have health problems after an initial recovery from COVID-19. If you are experiencing new or ongoing symptoms, call your Primary Care Provider to make an appointment. Together, you can discuss possible treatment options.