CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program)
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The State Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a means-tested program that provides health coverage for children in low-income families that earn too much to qualify for Medicaid.
In some states, CHIP covers pregnant women.
CHIP is jointly financed by the federal government and the states.
States are responsible for administering CHIP in coordination with Medicaid.
CHIP benefits are different in each state, but all states provide certain coverage including routine check-ups, immunizations, doctor visits, and prescriptions.
Eligibility: To qualify, a recipient must be under 19 or be a primary caregiver with a child under 19, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), and a U.S. national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident.