They can also call the Minnesota Health Care Programs Member Help Desk at 1-800-657-3739 or 1-651-431-2670 to request an application, or they can download an application here. They can also apply in person at their local county office or tribal human services office.
MinnesotaCare is for families with income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) ($30,120 per year for an individual; $62,400 for a family of four), but above 138% of FPG ($20,783 for an individual; $43,056 for a family of four). MinnesotaCare counts most types of earned and unearned income you have.
Once an application is deemed complete MDH has 60 days to issue or deny the temporary license.
It is online at .applymn.dhs.mn. ApplyMN is a "smart application" that only asks questions based on the program(s) requested, the household composition and an applicant's response to previous questions.
Minnesota requires all comprehensive HHAs to undergo a program with at least 75 hours of training. Of the 75 hours, 16 must be supervised practical training overseen by a registered nurse.
The largest hospital, in terms of staffed beds, is Mayo Clinic Hospital - Rochester, which was founded in 1864 by William and Charlie Mayo and has a total of 2,014 beds (1,220 beds at its St. Marys campus and 794 at its Methodist campus).
Any Minnesota resident who is a U.S. citizen, U.S. resident, or lawfully present can enroll. There are no age restrictions for applicants. Adults who are not applying for themselves may still apply on behalf of their child. Families that include immigrants can apply.
When it comes to how to become a PCA for a family member in Minnesota, there are a few requirements you need to be aware of: You must be over the age of 16. You must pass a background check. You must complete PCA training requirements. You must be able to provide the level of care and support needed.
The number 1 hospital in Minnesota is Mayo Clinic-Rochester.