 General Information
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What
is Denali KidCare?
Denali KidCare is a State of Alaska program to ensure that children
and teens of both working and non-working families can have the health
insurance they need.
Denali KidCare provides excellent health insurance coverage for children
and teens through age 18, and for pregnant women who meet income guidelines.
What
are the services and benefits?
Well care for your child or teen is important to prevent disease,
find and treat problems early, and maintain good health. Denali KidCare
children and teens receive the full range of prevention and treatment
services such as:
- Doctor's
visits
- Health
check-ups & screenings
- Vision
exams & eyeglasses
- Dental
checkups, cleanings & fillings
- Hearing
tests & hearing aids
- Speech
therapy
- Physical
therapy
- Mental
health therapy
- Substance
abuse treatment
- Chiropractic
services
- Foot
doctor's services
- Hospital
care
- Laboratory
tests
- Prescription
drugs
- Medical
transportation
Will there be any cost?
There is no cost for eligible children, teens and pregnant women.
However, youth who are 18 years-old may be required to share a limited
amount of the cost for some services.
Who is eligible?
You will have to apply to know for sure. Generally, you
may be eligible if:
- You
are a child or youth age 18 or younger; or
- You
are pregnant and can provide proof of pregnancy from your health
care provider; and
- You
live in Alaska, and
- Your
family income meets the guidelines.
How much money can my family make and still be eligible?
Denali KidCare income guidelines are based on family size. For example, if you have four members in
your family, and your income does not exceed $3,355/month, you may qualify
for Denali KidCare. It's best to apply, but call Denali KidCare to
ask about the income guidelines.
Do assets count for eligibility?
No. Your family car, house, and other property assets do not affect
your eligibility.
What if my children or I am covered by Indian Health Service?
Children, teens and pregnant women covered by Indian Health Service
may still be eligible.
What if my children already have health insurance?
This program is primarily for individuals without health insurance.
However, if your family income is quite low, your children with health
insurance may still be eligible for Denali KidCare. You must declare
current health insurance on the application. There is a 12-month waiting
period for most children whose family voluntarily becomes uninsured. Click here for more information
How long does it take to get coverage?
Federal and state law require that applications be processed within 30 days. However, once the application is received in the Denali KidCare office, every effort is made to determine eligibility within 10 days to 2 weeks.
How will I be notified if my children or I
am eligible?
Each child enrolled will receive a Denali KidCare Card in the mail
with instructions. Pregnant women will receive peel-off stickers in
the mail with instructions.
Is the application process complicated?
No. The application is short, and no interview is required. If you
have any difficulty, call the Denali KidCare office for assistance.
How do I apply for my children or myself?
Simply fill out a Denali KidCare application, sign it, attach the
required documentation, and mail it to the Denali KidCare office.
If I don't have an application, how do I get
one?
You may click here to download an
application (you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this application)
or you may call Denali KidCare at the number below and we will mail
you an application or tell you where to pick one up, if you prefer.
Where do I call to ask any questions or to
request an application?
From within the Anchorage area, phone 269-6529.
From other areas of the state, you may phone toll free 1-888-318-8890.
If you have questions about Denali
KidCare or would like an application or renewal mailed to you, please
call us or email
3601 C Street, Frontier Building, Suite 120
P.O. Box 240047, Anchorage, Alaska 99524-0047
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