Children's Health Insurance Program (Kansas)
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Kansas HealthWave
Eligibility Requirements
To enroll in Kansas Health wave you must live in the State of Kansas and be under the age of 19. Eligibility is also based on income levels. Proof of income is required from all applicants and proof U.S. citizenship is required from U.S. citizens. Income levels are based on 200% of the federal poverty level. Coverage is also available to pregnant women and is based on different eligibility factors.
Waiting Periods
Contact Kansas HealthWave to determine if there are any waiting periods prior to enrollment that apply to your previous health insurance coverage.
Covered Services and Benefits
Kansas HealthWave focuses on preventive health care and includes benefits for:
- Physician visits
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Prescription drugs
- Hospitalization
- Lab and X-rays
- Dental Care
- Lab and Radiology
- Eye exams
- And more
Health Plan Options
There is one health plan available for the Kansas HealthWave program that offers the same level of benefits to all that enroll.
Premium Payments, Co-Payments and Coinsurance
Some families qualify for no premium health insurance. Others will have small premiums which range from $20 to $30 per household. There are no co-payments for any of the covered services offered through HealthWave.
Program Length, Enrollment and Renewal
Children may remain on the HealtWave plan up through the age of 18 as long as they continue to meet the eligibility requirements. These requirements are subject to change.
Kansas HealthWave Contact Information
Kansas HealthWave
P.O. Box 3599
Topeka, KS 66601
800-792-4884
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