Eligibility

Florida KidCare is for children, not adults.
To qualify for premium assistance, a child must:

• Be under age 19
• Be uninsured
• Meet income eligibility requirements
• Be a U.S. citizen or qualified non-citizen
• Not be eligible for Medicaid
• Not be the dependent of a state employee eligible for health insurance
• Not be in a public institution

State law also requires information about a child’s access to or voluntary cancellation of employer health insurance. This is explained in the application and instructions. The requirements for Medicaid may be different than for other Florida KidCare programs.

Cost

• There is no charge for Medicaid for children (KidCare Medicaid).
• For other Florida KidCare programs, monthly premiums depend on your household’s size and income. Most families pay $15 or $20 a month. If you need to pay more, Florida KidCare will let you know.
• Make checks or money orders payable to Florida KidCare. Do not send cash. If your
  child (or children) is approved for Medicaid or denied coverage, your premium payment
  will be refunded.
• You may have to pay small charges or co-payments for some services.
• A child who is a member of a federally recognized American Indian, Alaskan Native or Canadian Indian tribe may qualify for no-cost Florida KidCare coverage.