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InsureKidsNow.gov

Agency: CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES (CMS)

  • Description:

    Provides a national helpline and website to find free or low-cost health and dental insurance. Offers Dentist locator to find a local dentist that accepts Medicaid and Children Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Offers local health coverage information and referral search to find free or low-cost health insurance.

    Comprehensive coverage for children through Medicaid and CHIP, including:

    • Routine check-ups
    • Immunizations
    • Doctor visits
    • Mental health services
    • Prescriptions
    • Dental care [Find a Dentist]
    • Vision care
    • Inpatient and outpatient hospital care
    • Laboratory and X-ray services
    • Emergency services

    *Some specific benefits may be different from state to state.

    • Phone:

    Website: www.insurekidsnow.gov

    Program Hours

  • Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

    • Location(s)

    Program Delivery

    • Eligibility: Children up to 19 years of age with family income up to $80,000 per year (for a family of four; income levels vary by state).
    • Languages: Other languages available through the language line, English
    • Application Process: Telephone call or visit www.insurekidsnow.gov
    • Program Fees: Free
    • Required Documents: None

      • Service Area

    • Defined Coverage Area: N/A