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Children’s Health Insurance Plan (CHIP)
The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a low-cost health insurance option for uninsured children whose working parents have a combined income too high to qualify for Medicaid, but too low to afford private insurance. by providing access to high quality healthcare and medical services, this combined federal and state program helps many children with special health care needs reach their full potential.
Every state and some designated territories offers CHIP, although each qualifies and manages its programs under slightly differing guidelines. The CHIP program’s name, along with eligibility and income requirements, program restrictions, and service types vary from state-to-state. Under CHIP, an eligible child with cerebral palsy may receive assistance with:
- preventive care
- routine check-ups
- doctor visits
- immunizations
- hospitalizations
- dental care
- laboratory
- x-ray services
- emergencies
- other medically necessary assistance
Some states manage CHIP as an independent program completely separate from Medicaid. Other states merge the administration of CHIP and Medicaid through expansion or combination programs. Insure Kids Now provides access to information for each state’s CHIP and Medicaid program. State Medicaid and Social Security offices also have information on how to apply.
Resources
Helpful information on Children’s Health Insurance Plan (CHIP) can be found on the following websites:
- Insure Kids Now – provides information on state Medicaid and CHIP programs, eligibility requirements, healthcare services, and oral health providers on a state-by-state listing
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) – provides general information for the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), CHIP dental coverage, eligibility, screening tools, policies, and state Medicaid office locations
- Benefits.gov – the official benefits website of the U.S. government; provides information for CHIP and other state insurance resources
- Disability.gov – a federal disability-related resource website, provides CHIP information
- U.S. Social Security Administration – a document which provides an overview of Benefits for Children with Disabilities (CHIP)
- Administration for Children and Families (ACF) – a list of local social service agencies
- American Public Human Services Association – a website that lists state Human Services agencies.
RESOURCES How MyChild™ Can Help
Knowing about resources and opportunities can make a difference, but knowing how to find and qualify for those resources is key.
MyChild™ recognizes that families touched by cerebral palsy are busy. Raising a child with mobility impairment requires doctor visits, treatments, therapies, and a host of responsibilities within the home, school, and community. MyChild™ hopes to help. Your time is precious.
Over the years, MyChild™ has expanded our database of contacts, information, and resources, which may be of assistance. We share general information online, but also offer a wealth of state and local information that may be more appropriate to particular circumstances and an individual child’s needs through our call center.
MyChild™ operates a call center to efficiently assist parents and others with questions and concerns. Call 1-800-MyChild (1-800-692-4453) for resources within your community, based on your family’s particular circumstances.
GETTING STARTED WITH GOVERNMENTAL ASSISTANCE
Important government assistance plans to consider include:
