Welcome to Commonwealth Care

Overview

The Commonwealth Care Health Insurance Program (Commonwealth Care) is run by the Health Connector.  It connects eligible Massachusetts residents with approved health plans and helps them pay for them.

Commonwealth Care is an insurance program for uninsured individuals with incomes that fall within certain guidelines and who meet other qualifications.  With Commonwealth Care, you choose a health plan and you choose your own doctor.  The benefits of Commonwealth Care include regular check-ups, treatment when you are sick or injured, prescriptions at your local pharmacy, vision care, mental health or substance abuse treatment, and, for some members, dental care.  Commonwealth Care plans are offered by Boston Medical Center (BMC) Health Net Plan, Fallon Community Health Plan, Neighborhood Health Plan and Network Health. 

To apply for Commonwealth Care, begin by filling out a Medical Benefits Request Form (MBR). Many community based organizations, hospitals, and community health centers can also help you with the MBR or help you apply by computer with assistance from staff.