1021 N. 27th Street, Lincoln, NE 68503
Medical Clinic
Dental Clinic
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Bryan Health West Medical Plaza 2222 S 16th Street, Ste. 435, Lincoln, NE 68502
Monday – Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed daily from 1:00-2:00 for lunch.
3100 N 14th St Lincoln, NE 68521
Monday — Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
2301 O St, Lincoln, NE 68510
Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
1248 O St., Suite 400, Lincoln, NE 68508
Our clinic on wheels visits neighborhoods throughout Lincoln, expanding our ability to provide healthcare when and where you need it.
Bluestem Health’s family doctors specialize in providing care to individuals and families covered by Medicaid. In fact, all of Bluestem Health’s providers are enrolled as Medicaid doctors. We’re committed to
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Bluestem Health’s family doctors specialize in providing care to individuals and families covered by Medicaid. In fact, all of Bluestem Health’s providers are enrolled as Medicaid doctors. We’re committed to offering quality healthcare to all our patients, and we know how difficult it can be for patients to navigate Medicaid. We’re always up-to-date with Nebraska Medicaid requirements to give you the best possible care.
Medicaid is a crucial safety net program designed to provide healthcare coverage to individuals and families with limited financial resources. It operates as a partnership between the federal government and individual states, with each state having some flexibility in administering the program within federal guidelines. Nebraska’s Department of Health and Human Services details the full range of Medicaid-eligible services here.
Nebraska Medicaid made several important extensions to Medicaid coverage with benefits beginning this year. For example, Nebraska Medicaid extended continuous coverage for all children found newly eligible for Medicaid from six months to a full year. This includes one year of continuous eligibility for kids found eligible at the time of their annual renewal.
Nebraska Medicaid, which is estimated to cover 35% of all births across the state, also moved to ensure better access to healthcare services for mothers. Postpartum coverage increased from 60 days to 12 months, ensuring mothers have access to the care and support they need during a crucial period in their lives.
In the realm of dental care, Nebraska Medicaid now covers the extraction of asymptomatic wisdom teeth. Also known as symptom-free wisdom teeth, it’s estimated that one-third of all wisdom teeth eventually require extraction due to disease. By covering asymptomatic wisdom teeth removal under Medicaid, Nebraska hopes to limit a Medicaid member’s potential for future dental loss.
Finally, Healthy Blue is no longer participating in Nebraska’s Medicaid Managed Care Program. Molina Healthcare of Nebraska is one of the new Medicaid plans available and offers more than 40 years of Medicaid experience. If you need help selecting a new Medicaid Managed Care plan, don’t hesitate to contact our Patient Support Services team. This is a free service to all Bluestem Health patients.
Our Medicaid Family Medicine doctors ensure you’ll have access to essential healthcare services, providing trusted and compassionate care that also meets your Medicaid criteria. We make every effort to connect you to a multidisciplinary team of experienced and dedicated healthcare providers, including Medicaid-eligible services for dental care, mental health, and substance abuse for children, adolescents, and adults. Just a few of our Medicaid-covered healthcare services include:
Medicaid eligibility is complex. For Nebraskans ages 19 to 64, Medicaid coverage is generally available for those who earn less than 138% of the federal poverty level (just under $21,000 a year, before taxes, for a single person in 2024). Medicaid financial eligibility is also based on Modified Adjusted Gross Income, which takes tax filing relationships into account to determine eligibility.
You might also be able to qualify for Medicaid at slightly higher incomes if you are 65 years of age or older, a caretaker responsible for children 18 years or younger, a person with a disability, 18 years of age or younger, a pregnant woman, or former foster care youth. Medicaid’s complexity often means it’s helpful to check with experts about your potential benefits.
We have Patient Support Services ready to help you determine eligibility, and we want nothing more than for our patients to get the care they need without the burden of cost. Whether you need assistance enrolling in Medicaid or finding a Medicaid doctor, contact Bluestem Health at (402) 476-1455. Not only will we help start the process, our Patient Support Services team can direct you to the high-quality healthcare you and your family need and deserve.
Bluestem Health provides our patients with resources and community events far beyond our typical healthcare services. We have a dedicated team that will work with you to find additional community services. Our Patient Support Services team also assists with applications for:
Do you have any questions or concerns about enrolling in Medicaid? It’s understandable and exactly why we have Patient Support Specialists to help you. Contact Bluestem Health at (402) 476-1455 and start the process toward receiving the high-quality healthcare you and your family need and deserve.
Shane Ludwig, Bluestem Health’s COO since 2014, has been developing a skilled and dedicated team as his role and Bluestem Health has grown.
We make it easy for patients to pay with our Online Bill Pay. Not only is it fast and convenient, but your payment is securely processed directly into your account every night.
At Bluestem Health, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare, regardless of their financial circumstances. That’s why we offer a range of financial assistance options, including sliding scale fees, Medicaid, Medicare, and the 340B Pharmacy Program, to help our patients afford the care they need to stay healthy.
