Get your breast pump at no cost through Medicaid
What does a Medicaid breast pump cost? For most members, $0 out of pocket. Medicaid covers the pump where your plan includes one, and we handle the prescription, the paperwork, and shipping to your door. Coverage depends on your state and plan, and we confirm it before anything is billed.
An authorized Medicaid breast pump provider
Medicaid plans vary by state, and sorting out your benefits is the last thing you want to do while you are expecting or caring for a newborn. Our team has years of experience working with Medicaid across many states, so we know what it takes to get an insurance-covered breast pump.
The Breastfeeding Shop is an authorized Medicaid breast pump provider. We check your policy, help you compare top-rated pumps, work with your doctor on the prescription, bill Medicaid directly, and ship your pump to your door. Even if you have not gotten a prescription or prior authorization yet, get in touch and we can help with that too.
What Medicaid covers
- Standard double electric and manual pumps, where your state’s Medicaid plan includes a pump
- Wearable pumps, where your plan includes them, with no upgrade fee
- Milk storage bags and a carry tote, included at no cost with your pump
- One pump per pregnancy
- A prescription from your provider, plus documentation on some plans
Benefits vary between Medicaid plans and states. Start your order and we will confirm exactly what your plan includes before you commit to anything.
See how ordering works
Two minutes from start to finish. Here is a quick walkthrough of getting your pump through insurance.
Medicaid breast pumps by state
Medicaid benefits change from state to state. Pick your state to see the plans we work with there.
Alaska
Delaware
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Kentucky
Nebraska
New Jersey
New Mexico
Ohio
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Texas
Vermont
Virginia
Do not see your state or plan? We work with many more Medicaid plans than we can list here. Start your order and we will check your coverage before anything is billed.
Which pumps can you get through Medicaid?
There are three types of breast pumps: manual pumps, standard electric pumps, and hospital-grade pumps. Most Medicaid plans cover the first two. Hospital-grade pumps usually need a prescription and are typically rented, and they may be covered when they are medically necessary. Some plans also include wearable pumps, and we only show you pumps that are fully covered for your plan.
Medicaid does not limit you to a single manufacturer, brand, or model, so you have real freedom to pick the pump that fits your life. We carry all the major brands:
Spectra
Medela
Elvie
Zomee
Momcozy
Willow
Ameda
Ardo
Motif
Lansinoh
Evenflo
Eufy
BabyBuddha
Not sure which pump is right for you? See our breast pump comparison chart, or give us a call and we will talk through the differences with you.
Our most popular breast pumps
A few favorites from the pumps Medicaid members love. Start your order to see your full list with exact pricing.
Lansinoh DiscreetDuo Flow
Wearable that fits in the bra you already wear, with up to 200 minutes per charge.
What to expect when you order
Requirements are set by your state, but most Medicaid orders come down to these three things.
A prescription
Most Medicaid plans require a prescription for a breast pump. Give us your doctor’s details and we will request it for you.
Possible paperwork
Some plans ask for documentation that you need a pump. We will tell you exactly what yours needs.
Timing
You can order once you have your prescription for lactation support. Shipping may wait until later in your pregnancy, depending on your plan.
If your shipment has to wait until after delivery, you may be able to rent a pump from your hospital in the meantime. And if your Medicaid plan will not cover a pump at all, your state’s WIC program may be able to get or rent one to you. Contact your local WIC clinic to learn more.
Medicaid questions, answered
Is a breast pump free with Medicaid?
Most Medicaid members pay $0 out of pocket for a breast pump. Whether a pump is covered depends on your state and plan, and some plans cover a pump only when it is medically necessary. Start your order and we will confirm exactly what your plan covers before anything is billed.
Can I get a breast pump at no cost through Medicaid?
For most members, yes. Medicaid covers a pump where your plan includes one, and the pumps we show you on a Medicaid order are fully covered for your plan, so you pay $0. Milk storage bags and a carry tote are included at no cost with your pump.
Do I pay anything for a breast pump with Medicaid?
Most Medicaid members pay nothing out of pocket for the pump. We only show pumps that are fully covered for your plan, so you will not be asked to pay an upgrade fee. Coverage rules vary by state and plan, and we confirm yours before anything is billed.
Does Medicaid cover breast pumps?
Typically, yes. Most state Medicaid programs cover a breast pump, but coverage varies from state to state and plan to plan, and some plans cover a pump only when it is medically necessary. You will need a prescription, and some plans ask for documentation as well. The Breastfeeding Shop works with Medicaid in many states and can tell you exactly what your plan requires.
What types and brands of breast pumps does Medicaid cover?
Most Medicaid plans cover a standard double electric pump or a manual pump. Hospital-grade pumps for personal use are not usually included, though a hospital-grade pump may be covered when it is medically necessary. Medicaid does not limit you to one manufacturer, so depending on your benefits you can choose from brands like Spectra, Medela, Zomee, Eufy, Momcozy, Ameda, Ardo, Motif, Lansinoh, Evenflo, and Elvie.
Will Medicaid cover a wearable breast pump?
Often, yes. Standard double electric and manual pumps are the usual benefit, and some Medicaid plans also include wearable pumps, such as the Zomee W1. When you start your order we show only the pumps that are fully covered for your plan, so you will not be asked to pay an upgrade fee.
What are the eligibility requirements for a Medicaid-covered breast pump?
Eligibility is set by the state where you receive your benefits. You will need a prescription from your health care provider, since most Medicaid plans require one. Some plans also ask for documentation that you need a pump. If you have not gotten your prescription or prior authorization yet, we can help with that too.
When can I order my pump?
You can order any time once you have your diagnosis and prescription for lactation support. Depending on your plan, we may not be able to ship until later in your pregnancy, and we will tell you when your pump can go out. If you have to wait until after your baby arrives, you may be able to rent a pump from your hospital in the meantime.
Do I get a new pump with each pregnancy?
Yes. Medicaid covers one pump per pregnancy, so if you have another baby you can order a new pump.
What comes with my Medicaid breast pump?
Milk storage bags and a carry tote are included at no cost with Medicaid orders, along with your pump.
Will WIC cover my breast pump if Medicaid will not?
If your Medicaid plan will not cover a breast pump, you may be able to get or rent one through your state’s WIC program. Contact your local WIC clinic to learn about eligibility and benefits.
Do I have to pay an upgrade fee with Medicaid?
No. Medicaid orders are for fully covered pumps, so we only show you pumps with no cost to you. Start your order and we will show every pump your plan covers.
How do I find out if a specific breast pump is covered?
You can contact your Medicaid plan directly to go over your benefits, but you do not have to. Start your order and we will confirm your coverage and show you every pump your plan includes, with exact pricing.