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Get StartedWhat are Federal Poverty Level Guidelines?
Federal Poverty Level (FPL) guidelines are income thresholds issued annually by the Department of Health and Human Services to determine eligibility for various government assistance programs. These guidelines consider household size and are used to qualify individuals for Medicaid, CHIP, premium tax credits, cost-sharing reductions, and other healthcare subsidies, with different programs using various percentages of the FPL as eligibility cutoffs.
Why federal poverty level guidelines matter
- Determines program eligibility: Establishes qualification for healthcare assistance
- Calculates subsidies: Affects premium tax credit and cost-sharing reduction amounts
- Influences state programs: Guides Medicaid expansion and other state benefits
How Solace can help
A Solace advocate can help you understand how FPL guidelines affect your eligibility for various programs, calculate your household's percentage of FPL, and identify all assistance programs for which you qualify based on your income level.
