06/18/2026
📢 Medicaid Update: New Federal Work Requirement Coming in 2027
Starting January 2027, adults enrolled in Medicaid Expansion in Virginia will be required to work, volunteer, attend school, or participate in a training program for at least 80 hours a month to keep their coverage — unless they qualify for an exemption.
Coverage reviews will also move from once a year to every 6 months for this group.
Who does this apply to?
Only adults ages 19–64 enrolled in Medicaid Expansion (income under 138% FPL, not eligible for Medicare).
❌ This does NOT apply to children, pregnant/postpartum individuals, adults with a disability, or adults 65+.
Who is exempt?
✔️ Individuals with a disability or blindness (including SSI/SSDI recipients)
✔️ Pregnant individuals or those within 12 months postpartum
✔️ Former foster youth (25 or younger)
✔️ Parents/caregivers of a child 13 or younger, or caregivers of someone with a disability
✔️ Veterans with a 100% disability rating
✔️ Members of federally recognized tribes
✔️ Individuals with a serious/complex medical, behavioral health, or developmental condition that significantly limits daily activities
✔️ Individuals incarcerated or released within the last 3 months
How to find out if this applies to you:
Medicaid Expansion members will receive a notice by end of September 2026. You can also call Cover Virginia at 855-242-8282 or contact your local Department of Social Services.
We will continue sharing updates as more information becomes available. If you have questions about how this may affect you or a loved one, feel free to reach out. 💙
