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Access relevant and current health information and resources designed to help you make informed decisions. Find information about diseases, conditions, child passenger safety, immunizations, disease prevention, emergency preparedness and more.
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We work to improve access to services, address behavioral health workforce needs, develop policies, and ensure quality services are available for those with behavioral health needs.
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Find information and links to financial assistance and other human services, parenting information, maternal and childbirth life services, planning guidance, care centers and agencies, and other available public and private resources for expectant families and new parents.
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Learn about Medicaid coverage and Medicaid Expansion, Primary Care Case Management, and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Find Medicaid providers and explore covered and non-covered services.
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Find information about how to become a certified, authorized, or licensed provider, and obtain forms and documents required to provide services in ND.
Our local offices have professionals on site who can help people with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP/Food Stamps), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), heating assistance, Medicaid (including children's health services), basic care assistance, child care assistance, child welfare, and referrals to other programs.
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Public Notice - Notice Of Intended Use of Federal Social Service Block Grant Funds
Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 12:00 pm - Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 05:00 pm
Categories: Public NoticesAs required by federal regulation, the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services will submit a plan for the intended use of Social Service Block Grant funds to the Department of Health and Human Services.
Public Notice - Medicaid State Plan Changes for July 1, 2025
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 - Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Categories: Public NoticesMost North Dakota Medicaid providers will receive a two percent provider inflationary increase which are estimated to increase Medicaid expenditures effective for dates of services July 1, 2025. The increase was authorized and the funds for the increase were appropriated by the 2025 Legislative Assembly.
Public Notice: Medicaid 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services Waiver Amendment Application
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 08:00 am - Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 05:00 pm
Categories: Public NoticesPublic comment is sought on an amendment to the state’s Medicaid 1915(c) waiver for home and community-based (HCBS) services.
Solicitation Notice - Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities Rate Model and Value Based Purchasing
Monday, July 28, 2025 at 01:00 pm - Friday, August 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm
Categories: ProcurementSTATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
MEDICAL SERVICES DIVISION
600 EAST BOULEVARD AVE, DEPT 325
BISMARCK, ND 58505
Solicitation Notice - Disproportionate Share Hospital Audit, Hospital Upper Payment Limits...
Monday, August 4, 2025 at 11:05 am - Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 12:00 pm
Categories: ProcurementSTATE OF NORTH DAKOTA
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
MEDICAL SERVICES DIVISION
600 EAST BOULEVARD AVENUE, DEPT. 325
BISMARCK, ND 58505-0250
Recent News
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North Dakota reports on West Nile virus activity
Friday, August 15, 2025 at 11:00 am
Categories: Public HealthNorth Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has seen a rise in reported West Nile virus cases in recent weeks. State health officials are reminding people to continue taking precautions against mosquito bites that can cause West Nile virus infection.
HHS shares tips and resources to support healthy back-to-school routines
Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 10:39 am
Categories: Behavioral Health, Children and families, Economic Assistance, Immunization, Medical Services Division, Public HealthAs students prepare to head back to school, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) encourages families to support children’s well-being by focusing on healthy routines, preventive care and emotional readiness. Establishing healthy habits as summer winds down – focusing on sleep patterns, screen use, physical activity, mental health and overall wellness – can help children return to school prepared, healthy, confident and ready to learn.
HHS launches survey to gather public input on building state’s new Rural Health Transformation Program
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 09:15 am
Categories: Medical Services DivisionToday, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a request for information survey to gather public feedback on how the state could shape its new Rural Health Transformation Program to build a stronger, more sustainable rural health care system.
Bismarck-Mandan families can enjoy healthy fun at Gateway to Health event on Aug. 23, at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science
Friday, August 8, 2025 at 11:45 am
The third annual Gateway to Health community event, which includes activities for all ages will take place Saturday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. in Bismarck. Participants will enjoy FREE access to North Dakota’s Gateway to Science during their registered two-hour time slot, along with access to interactive booths and exhibits promoting health and well-being and offering activities, games and prizes.
North Dakota Cancer Control Plan charts course to save lives through prevention and screening and to support quality of life for those living with cancer
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 11:00 am
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) and partner organizations have developed the 2025-2035 Cancer Control Plan, which is a blueprint for saving lives through prevention, screening and early intervention while promoting quality of life for North Dakotans living with cancer.