KCHIP

KCHIP is the Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program. It provides health insurance with little or no cost for children who are uninsured. Immunizations, well child check-ups, and other preventive services are provided through the KCHIP service. Eligibility requirements are based on age and the family income. Children from birth up until their 19th birthday from low income families are eligible. The family's income can be and up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). The children must also be residents of Kentucky. If you follow this link it will show you the benefits that come with KCHIP for the child. You can see if you are eligible by going to your local health department and they can further assist you on getting information on KCHIP.