KC Fresh RX

Patients with Medicaid:

• Is your blood pressure or blood sugar getting too high?
• Do you worry about having enough food?

KC Fresh Rx might be the program for you!

If you think you might be eligible for the KC Fresh Rx program, a referral form filled out by both you and your healthcare provider is needed by March 15, 2026.

KC Fresh Rx is a program that helps participants learn about the importance of including fresh fruits and vegetables in their diet to improve their blood sugar and/or blood pressure. 

This program is for people who:

• Receive their insurance through Medicaid (KanCare or MO HealthNet).
• Have struggled with having enough food in the past year.
• Have been diagnosed with at least one of the following:
  • Pre-hypertension.
  • Hypertension.
  • Pre-diabetes.
  • Diabetes (well controlled and not on insulin).

This program runs for six months (April to October 2026) and provides:

1. Funds given monthly on a KC Fresh Rx card to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables.
2. Nutrition education resources and classes.