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More frequent renewals for MassHealth members

Beginning January 1, 2027, the federal government will require some MassHealth members to renew their coverage every six months instead of every 12 months.

MassHealth will contact you if you need to renew every 6 months

Members who are affected will be notified through mailed paper notices, texts, emails, and more. All members should make sure that MassHealth has your current cell number, mailing address, and email.   

If you are required to renew your coverage every six months, you may be automatically renewed without needing to take any additional action. We will let you know if you have been automatically renewed.  

If we cannot automatically renew you, you will receive your renewal notice in a blue envelope.  

Who is affected and who is exempt or excused 

These changes will impact low-income adults who are 19 through 64 years old AND do not have a disability. 

You may be excused from these requirements, if you: 

  • are a certain American Indian or Alaska Native 

Generally, people who are pregnant or recently postpartum as well as those who are disabled will not be subject to six month renewals. 

How to keep your MassHealth coverage 

Take the following actions to make sure you do not lose your MassHealth coverage:  

You can also sign up for MyServices to get 24/7 access to your MassHealth. 

Date published: July 21, 2026

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