Children's Health Insurance Program (Delaware)
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Delaware Healthy Children Program
Eligibility Requirements
Your children may qualify if they do not heave comprehensive health insurance, and are a resident of Delaware under the age of 19. They will also need to be a U.S. citizen or a qualified non-citizen and cannot be a dependent of a State of Delaware employee. A family must meet income eligibility based on the size of your family and your gross income which is based on 200% of the federal poverty level.
Waiting Periods
There is a six month waiting period to be eligible for coverage if the child has lost health coverage. Pre existing conditions are not excluded.
Covered Services and Benefits
Delaware Healthy Children Program pays for a comprehensive health care benefits package, including:
- Office visits
- Well baby and well-child checkups
- Hospice care
- Hospitalization
- Hospital Care
- Prescription drugs
- Lab work & X-rays
- Immunizations
- Speech/hearing therapy
- Mental health counseling
- Physical therapy
- Emergency services and ambulance service
- Drug and alcohol abuse treatment
- And more
Health Plan Options
You have a choice of two managed care plans: Coventry/Delaware Care and First State Health Plan.
Premium Payments, Co-Payments and Coinsurance
There is a monthly premium depending on your household's size and income. Most families pay $10, $15, of $25 per month. If you pay 3 months in advance the fourth month is free. There are no co-payments for most covered services and even prescription drugs are covered at 100%.
Program Length, Enrollment and Renewal
Length of the Delaware program is for 12 months. Prior to renewal a review is necessary. You will be contacted by mail to complete a new application to re-establish your child's eligibility.
Delaware Healthy Children Program Contact Information
The Division of Social Services
P.O. Box 906
New Castle, DE 19720
80-372-2022
Delaware Healthy Children Program Website
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