Program Description
The State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) is a
partnership between the Federal and State Governments that provides health
coverage to uninsured children whose families earn too much to qualify for
Medicaid but too little to afford private coverage. All states provide
immunizations and well baby/well child care at no cost and may cover much
more. The Federal government establishes general guidelines for the
administration of SCHIP benefits. However, specific eligibility requirements
to receive SCHIP benefits, as well as the type and scope of services
provided, are determined by each individual State. You must check with the
SCHIP office in the state you live in to confirm your family's eligibility
to receive benefits. Important: Names for this program vary by state. If you
are not sure which office to contact, contact the main Medicaid Hotline in
your state and ask for the office that deals with children's health
insurance.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be under 19
years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US
national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an
annual household income before taxes of less than $17,961 if one person
lives in the household; $24,241 if two people live in the household; $30,521
if three people live in the household; $36,801 if four people live in the
household; $43,081 if five people live in the household; $49,361 if six
people live in the household; $55,641 if seven people live in the household;
$61,921 if eight people live in the household; $68,201 if nine people live
in the household; $74,481 if 10 people live in the household; $80,761 if 11
people live in the household; $87,041 if 12 people live in the household;
and $93,321 if more than 12 people live in the household.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
To learn more about the SCHIP program and the specific eligibility
requirements and program benefits in your State, visit:
http://www.insurekidsnow.gov
For more information, you may also call this toll-free
number:
877-543-7669
Managing Agency
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
http://www.hhs.gov/
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