Tennessee is set to become the first state to provide free diapers for some children starting in August.
Due to changes in the state’s Medicaid program, more parents and caregivers will qualify for TennCare beginning June 1, 2024; and, effective in August 2024, TennCare will become the first Medicaid agency in the nation to cover the cost of diapers (up to 100 diapers per month) for TennCare and CoverKids members under age two.
TennCare can now proceed with finalizing key details for the diaper benefit and will provide further information on how to obtain diapers once the initiative is ready to launch.
For further inquiries, please email amy.s.lawrence@tn.gov.