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Health:FREE Health Care for Your Kids
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Did you know almost every state now has a Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIPS) which provides medical coverage to children who may not be covered? Almost 5 MILLION children in the USA are eligible for the program but not currently enrolled.
In Virginia, a family of four can make up to $30,000 and get free medical coverage. Here's where to go for the details! Department of Medical Assistance Services, 600 E. Broad Street, Suite 1300, Richmond VA 23219. You can call them at: 877-VA-CMSIP On the internet: www.state.va.us
In Connecticut, you can make up to $38,657 with a family of four and get free health care for your children up to 18 years old. A family of two can make up to $25,487. A family of four making $49,350 will pay only $30 a month for insurance. Contact Department of Social Services, State of Connecticut, 25 Sigourney St., Hartford, CT 06105; Or phone: 877-CT-HUSKY On the Internet: www.huskyhealth.com/qualify.htm
Maryland's program even covers pregnant women of any age and children up to 19 if the family of four have an income below $32,900. The program includes vision & dental care. Contact Health Choice, Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, 201 W. Preston St., Room L, Baltimore, MD 21201; Phone: 800-456-8900; And on the Internet: www.dhmh.state.md.us/healthchoice/html/maqanda3.htm
As I said, most states have some version of the CHIPS program.
To see what's offered in your state, contact your state Department
of Health to see what is offered in your area. It is usually part
of the state's Medicaid program. A new government hotline can also
help you locate free health care for kids. Call toll-free 877-KIDS-NOW
(877-543-7669).