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No cost and Low Cost Health and Mental Health Care in Nevada

How to get health coverage and care in Nevada: Medicaid through Access Nevada, health centers, Nevada 988, the rural CARE Team and the SAMHSA helpline.

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Hi friend. Your health matters, body and mind. In Nevada you can apply for Medicaid online, see a doctor at a health center that charges what you can pay, and reach someone kind at 988 any time.

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Quick answers

How do I apply for Medicaid in Nevada?

Apply online at Access Nevada (accessnevada.nv.gov). You can also mail a paper Application for Health Insurance. For questions, call 800 992 0900 toll free, 775 684 7200 in Northern Nevada, or 702 486 1646 in Southern Nevada.

Official page: dss.nv.gov/Medical/1_0_Apply_for_Assistance

I don't have insurance. Where can I see a doctor?

Community health centers give medical and dental care to people of all ages, with or without insurance. They charge on a sliding scale based on what you can pay. Find one near you at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.

Official page: hrsa.gov/get-health-care

I'm in crisis or thinking about suicide. Who can I talk to?

Call, text or chat with 988, any time, day or night. Nevada 988 counselors listen, help you stay safe, and can link you to local help if you want it. You can learn more at nevada988.org.

Official page: dhs.nv.gov/reports/press-releases/press-releases/nevada-988-unveils-new-statewide-rebranding

I live in rural Nevada. Is there crisis help that can come to me?

Yes. The state CARE Team helps adults anywhere in rural Nevada who need mental health care right away. Phone triage is open 24 hours at 877 283 2437. The team responds 9 am to 6 pm, 7 days a week, except holidays.

Official page: dhs.nv.gov/siteassets/content/resources/CARE_Team_Flyer.pdf

Where can I get help with drugs or alcohol?

Call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 800 662 4357. It is free, private and open 24 hours a day, every day, in English and Spanish. They help you find treatment and support near you.

Official page: samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

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If you're in crisis, call or text 988 now.
Apply for Medicaid at Access Nevada.
Find a health center for a checkup or dental care.
For drug or alcohol help, call 800 662 4357.

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Bunkly tip: Nevada Medicaid staff will never call you about medical records, benefits or prescriptions. If someone does, hang up and call the number on this page.