Tennessee Medicaid
Medicaid is run by the state. Here is where Tennessee residents apply, and how it fits with other coverage.
Who runs Medicaid in Tennessee
Medicaid in Tennessee is administered through TennCare. Eligibility and applications are handled by the state, not by an insurance agency, and there is no charge to apply.
Tennessee has not adopted the ACA Medicaid expansion, so coverage for adults without children is limited. Some residents in that gap qualify for marketplace help instead.
If your Medicaid changes or ends
Losing Medicaid can open a special enrollment period to buy marketplace coverage. Act quickly, because the window to enroll after losing coverage is limited. You can call us to talk through the options, or contact the marketplace directly.
Medicaid and Medicare
Some people have both. If you are 65 or older, or disabled, and qualify for Medicaid, your state may help pay Medicare costs. TN SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) can explain this for free.
Talk with a licensed agent about Tennessee coverage
Call Lander LLC to go over your options. There is no cost to call or to speak with an agent, and you are never required to enroll in anything.
Call 855-367-1095Reviewed by Richard Lander, licensed insurance agent (NPN 21255551), Lander LLC. Last updated October 3, 2026. This page is educational and is not a quote, an offer of coverage, or legal or tax advice.