AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire: Medicaid Plan Overview
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AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire is one of the Medicaid managed care plans available through NH Medicaid Care Management. Here is what the plan generally covers and how enrollment works.
What NH Medicaid Care Management is
New Hampshire delivers most Medicaid benefits through the Medicaid Care Management program, run by the NH Department of Health and Human Services. AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire is one of the health plans members can choose from.
What AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire typically covers
As a NH Medicaid Care Management plan, AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire is required to cover the core Medicaid benefits the state sets — doctor visits, hospital care, prescription drugs, and behavioral health coordination. Extras like a 24/7 nurse line, transportation assistance, or an over-the-counter (OTC) allowance vary by plan year, so the plan’s member handbook is the source to confirm current details.
How to enroll or switch plans
Plan selection goes through NH Medicaid Care Management’s Choose My Plan service, not through a private insurance agent. If you are newly approved for Medicaid, you will receive information on choosing a plan. If you want to switch to or from AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire, that is typically possible during an open enrollment period or sooner for cause. Contact NH Medicaid Care Management’s Choose My Plan service to confirm current timelines.
If you may qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid
Some New Hampshire residents qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid — known as dual eligibility. If that applies to you, a licensed Medicare agent can help you understand how your Medicaid coverage works alongside a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement plan, including Dual Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) built for dual-eligible members.
Frequently asked questions
Is AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire the same as a commercial health plan?
No. It is a Medicaid managed care plan serving Medicaid members specifically, operated under contract with the state.
Is AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire available everywhere in the state?
Availability can vary by county or region. Confirm current participation through NH Medicaid Care Management’s Choose My Plan service.
Who do I contact about my specific benefits?
For plan-specific questions about your exact covered services or provider network, use the number on your AmeriHealth Caritas of New Hampshire member ID card.
This page is general information, not a substitute for your plan’s official member handbook or current state program rules. If you are a dual-eligible Medicare and Medicaid beneficiary and want help understanding how your coverage works together, call us at 1-844-552-7426 for a free consultation.