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People of Any Age or Immigration Status May Qualify for Full Oregon Health Plan (OHP) Benefits

As of July 1, 2023, people of all ages who meet income and other criteria qualify for full OHP benefits and other services and supports, no matter their immigration status.


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How Is This Possible?

House Bill 3352 (2021) put into law a program called “Cover All People.” The program is now known as “Healthier Oregon.”

Who Is Eligible?

Thanks to Healthier Oregon, people may now qualify for OHP if they:

  • Live in Oregon, and
  • Meet income and other criteria.

Starting July 1, 2023, immigration/citizenship status no longer affects whether someone qualifies for OHP.

For example:

  • Before, a 45-year-old without a qualifying immigration status could only get CWM benefits (also known as emergency Medicaid).
  • As of July 1, 2023, this person is eligible for full OHP benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

All help is free and available in multiple languages. You can apply:


​No. OHP does not affect your immigration status. OHP is not considered public charge. You can learn more on OHA's Public Charge web page or this fact sheet​.

If your situation is complex or you have specific questions, please reach out to an immigration lawyer.

​Yes, you will automatically move from CWM to full OHP benefits.

​​No, you will not need to wait five years. However, you need to meet all other OHP eligibility requirements.

​Yes. Once you get a notice from OHP saying you are eligible for full benefits, log in to HealthCare.gov and report your new coverage.

You no longer qualify for financial assistance through the Marketplace when you are eligible for full OHP benefits. 

If you'd like help, find a Marketplace expert at OregonHealthCare.gov/GetHelp​.​




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Implementation Report:

Evaluation Report for the Healthier Oregon Outreach and Healthcare System Navigation Grant Program

Partner Resources

Frequently asked questions

Outreach toolkit

Member mailings (August 2023)

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Member Resources

How to use OHP benefits

Additional benefits for OHP members offered through the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS):

Learn about other ODHS benefits

For member questions:

Refer members to these resources:

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