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Child Health Plan Assists NeedyOctober 10, 2003 Health Care Insurance is a costly but needed service for most Americans and their families and Colorado’s Child Health Plan Plus (CHP +) is available to assist needy families in obtaining such health insurance. CHP + is a state sponsored program that enables thousands of Coloradoans to obtain health insurance for their children. To be eligible, children and youth must be 18 years of age or less, not be eligible for Medicaid, and must live in a financially qualified family. Applicants are not required to apply for Medicaid prior to obtaining an application for CHP + since CHP + will determine any possibility that a family might be eligible for Medicaid. The financial qualifications are based upon family size and family net income after allowable deductions. For example the maximum income level for a family of 4, after allowable deductions, is $2,629 per month. Maximum income for a family of 6 is $3,523 per month.
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CHP + covers most medical needs of children including regular check-ups, immunizations, hospitalization, prescriptions, and mental health services. Depending upon family income, a small co-payment may be required for some services. Information about CHP +, and applications for the service may be obtained by contacting the Kiowa County Department of Social Services, the Kiowa County Nursing Service, or by calling toll-free at 1-800-359-1991.
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