Idaho Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)
Idaho offers the Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) so your children?infants to teens?may qualify for health insurance at no cost to you. SCHIP provides insurance to working and non-working families. It allows you-parents, grandparents, and ...
What is Idaho Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)?
Idaho offers the Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) so your childreninfants to teensmay qualify for health insurance at no cost to you. SCHIP provides insurance to working and non-working families. It allows you-parents, grandparents, and guardians-to get the health insurance coverage your children need and deserve.
Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program a child must be a resident of Idaho, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), and a U.S. national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $22,459 |
| 2 | $30,451 |
| 3 | $38,443 |
| 4 | $46,435 |
| 5 | $54,427 |
| 6 | $62,419 |
| 7 | $70,411 |
| 8 | $78,403 |
Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's website for details.
Application Details
What is the application process for Idaho Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)?
To request an application or to find out more information, please call the Idaho CareLine by dialing 2-1-1, or 1-800-926-2588.
TDD users can call 208-332-7205.
Contact Info
1-800-926-2588