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  Healthy Connections Plans for Children Under Age 19

 

Overview

The Partners for Healthy Children program was authorized under Title XXI of the Social Security Act. This program provides Medicaid coverage for children who live in families with income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Basic Eligibility Requirements

  • Under 19 years of age
  • Income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, currently $3,842 per month for a family of four (4).
  • Have resources at or below $30,000 per Budget Group.
Meet Non-Financial Requirements
  • State residency
  • Identity
  • Citizenship
  • Social Security number
  • Assign rights to medical support

Benefits

Individuals who are eligible will receive all Medicaid covered services.

Get an Application

Applications may be obtained from the Department of Health and Human Services or from out-stationed locations such as the County Health Departments, federally qualified rural health centers, most hospitals and the county Department of Social Services. Applications for Medicaid may be filed in person or by mail.

6/19/12