The Family Planning Program provides medical services to eligible women under 51 years old and for women who lost their Medicaid coverage after they were covered for a pregnancy under the Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP).  The program is a limited benefit package. Visits to a doctor, nurse practitioner, nurse midwife, or clinic for birth control will be covered. 

• Advice about birth control methods;
• Physical exams, including pelvic and breast exam;
• Screenings, such as pap smears and sexually transmitted infections when done as part of the family planning visit; 
• Birth control pills and devices, such as IUDs; 
• Emergency contraception; and  
• Permanent sterilization (must be age 21 or over).

Women can apply by mail or fax. To request an application call toll free at 1-855-692-4993. Women can also fill out and print a copy of the application

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Number of people in family            Annual Income
1                                                    $22,340
2                                                    $30,260
3                                                    $38,180
4                                                    $46,100
5                                                    $54,020
6                                                    $61,940