Health and mental health care in Idaho
The short answer
In a crisis, call or text 988, or text 741741. Idaho has adult crisis centers open 24 hours in every region. Apply for Medicaid with the Department of Health and Welfare.
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Medicaid
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare takes Medicaid applications. The page below explains how to apply.
Official page: healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/medicaid-health/apply-medicaid
Coverage for adults
Adults can also see plans and help paying for them at HealthCare.gov.
Official page: healthcare.gov
A doctor even without insurance
Community health centers see patients with or without insurance and charge based on income. Use the federal finder to see the ones near you.
Official page: findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov
Crisis help, 24 hours
- Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. Text 741741 for the Crisis Text Line.
- Adult crisis centers: Region 1 (North) 208 625 4884; Region 2: Moscow 208 669 2729, Lewiston 208 748 9846, Orofino 208 400 0799; Region 3 (Western) 208 402 1044; Region 4 (Southwest) 833 527 4747; Region 5 (South Central) 208 772 7825; Region 6 (Southeast) 208 909 5177; Region 7 (East) 208 522 0727.
- If you can't keep yourself safe, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.
Official page: healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/behavioral-health/behavioral-health-crisis-resources
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Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.