CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program)¶
Federal-state partnership providing health coverage for uninsured children in families with incomes too high for Medicaid but who cannot afford private coverage. Administered by CMS/HHS under CFDA 93.767.
Comprehensive health coverage for children including routine checkups, immunizations, doctor visits, prescriptions, dental and vision care, inpatient and outpatient hospital care, laboratory and X-ray services. Some states charge low premiums or copays. States set their own eligibility thresholds, generally between 200-300% FPL.
Eligibility¶
- Household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
- U.S. citizenship or qualified immigrant status required
- Applicant age: under 19