Kancare (SCHIP)
Kansas
What is Kancare (SCHIP)?
Kancare (State Children Health Insurance Program) offers affordable, low-cost health insurance for the uninsured children of Kansas. Some low-income parents may also qualify for health coverage. Applicants are screened for Medicaid eligibility to determine the funding source. You may also be eligible for coverage of existing medical bills.
Administration
Kancare (SCHIP) is administered by Kansas.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Kansas and meet all of the following:
- Either 18 years of age and under or a primary care giver with a child(ren) 18 years of age and under, and
- A U.S. Citizen, National, or a Non-Citizen legally admitted into the U.S, and
- Uninsured (and ineligible for Medicaid).
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 | $36,295 |
| 2 | $49,261 |
| 3 | $62,227 |
| 4 | $75,192 |
| 5 | $88,158 |
| 6 | $101,124 |
| 7 | $114,090 |
| 8 | $127,056 |
Application Details
What is the application process for Kancare (SCHIP)?
Download an application from the Apply for KanCare page.
You must also have an Authorization for Release of Protected Health Information on file for each person outside your immediate family who you want to be able to access your case information.
Mail all completed forms and copies of requested information to:
KanCare Clearinghouse
P.O. Box 3599
Topeka, KS 66601
Or you may fax them to:
Toll Free: 1-800-498-1255
Topeka Area Residents: 785-431-7194
You may also call to request an application be mailed to you, or you can call with questions about the program or the application:
Toll Free: 1-800-792-4884
Topeka Area Residents: 785-368-1515
TTY: 1-800-792-4292
Contact Info
1-800-792-4884