MiChild & Healthy Kids
What is MIChild?
MIChild is a health insurance program. It is for uninsured children of Michigan's working families. MIChild services are provided by many HMOs and other health care plans throughout Michigan.
The health insurance you need
MIChild covers:
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Regular Checkups
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Shots
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Emergency Care
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Dental Care
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Pharmacy
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Hospital Care
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Prenatal Care and Delivery
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Vision and Hearing
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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
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Other Services too, you will get a full list when your coverage begins.
At a price you can afford
If your child qualifies, you pay a monthly premium of only $5. Even if you have more than one child you only pay $5 a month. This may sound too good to be true, but it really is only $5 a month per family. There are no co-pay or deductibles.
How can I get MIChild?
Call 1-888-988-6300 for an application. If you need an interpreter call 1-888-988-6300. TTY for persons with hearing disabilities: 1-888-263-5897. These calls are free.
To qualify, children must:
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Be citizens of the U.S. (some legal immigrants qualify)
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Live in Michigan, even for a short time
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Be under 19 years old
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Have no health insurance
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Meet income guidelines.
Call 1-888-988-6300 the call is free.
Healthy Kids
Healthy Kids is a program for pregnant women, babies, and children under 19. It covers women during pregnancy and the first two months after pregnancy ends. Babies may be eligible for up to one year after birth. Children may be covered up to age 19.
For more information contact your local Health department or visit MIChild
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