South Dakota Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
South Dakota
What is South Dakota Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)?
The Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides free health insurance to South Dakota children who meet certain eligibility guidelines. CHIP covers doctor appointments, hospital stay, dental and vision services, prescription drugs, mental health care and other medical services.
CHIP provides health insurance coverage to uninsured children whose family income is up to 200 percent of the Federal poverty level. Children who already have private health insurance may also be eligible for CHIP paying deductibles, co-payments and other medical services not covered by their private policy.
Administration
South Dakota Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is administered by South Dakota.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of South Dakota 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 | $30,120 |
| 2 | $40,880 |
| 3 | $51,640 |
| 4 | $62,400 |
| 5 | $73,160 |
| 6 | $83,920 |
| 7 | $94,680 |
| 8 | $105,440 |
Application Details
What is the application process for South Dakota Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)?
The application for this program can be found online here.
Contact Info
1-800-305-3064