New Jersey officials are urging about 10,400 people who were kicked off NJ FamilyCare coverage due to the new federal Medicaid rules, to respond to notices so the state can determine whether they remain eligible for coverage.

The state Department of Human Services says that it sent letters in July to 23,633 residents whose records required review under changes to federal Medicaid eligibility rules that took effect October 1. Of those, 10,399 people have not responded to the notices.

Officials said people who have not responded should submit the requested information as soon as possible. The state will review the information to determine whether they can regain coverage.

“We know that many of the people who have not yet responded may still qualify for NJ FamilyCare,” Human Services Commissioner Stephen Cha said.

The federal changes, signed into law by President Donald Trump in July 2025, restrict Medicaid eligibility for certain noncitizen adults based on immigration status.

The changes do not affect most noncitizen NJ FamilyCare members, according to the state. Most lawful permanent residents, children and pregnant individuals may continue to qualify, depending on their circumstances.

The state emphasized that eligibility is based on each individual’s circumstances and that NJ FamilyCare will make the final determination.

People who received a notice or termination letter and believe they may still qualify should follow the instructions in the notice and submit the requested documentation.

Additional information about the federal changes, eligibility categories and required documentation is available through the state Department of Human Services.

People with questions about a notice can follow the instructions in the notice or contact the NJ FamilyCare/HMS hotline at 1-833-635-7060. TTY users can call 711.

People who are no longer eligible for NJ FamilyCare may still qualify for coverage through Get Covered New Jersey or may be able to receive care at clinics across the state that accept uninsured patients regardless of immigration status.