Children's Health Insurance Program (Louisiana)
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LaCHIP
Eligibility Requirements
LaCHIP is available to children under the age of 19 who are residents of Louisiana and do not have other health insurance coverage. The health care program is designed to serve families of specific income level that do not exceed 200% of the federal poverty level.
Waiting Periods
There is no waiting period. Coverage generally starts about 45 days after your application is approved. In some case coverage can become effective 3 months prior to receiving your application.
Covered Services and Benefits
LaCHIP provides medical coverage for:
- Physician Visits
- Check-Ups and Health Screenings
- Prescription Drugs
- Durable medical equipment
- Pharmacy
- Lab and Radiology
- Chemotherapy
- Dental Care
- Eye care and eye glasses
- Chiropractic
- Hospice
- And More
Health Plan Options
There is one plan choice available through LaCHIP and all enrolled members will be provided the same level of benefits.
Premium Payments, Co-Payments and Coinsurance
There are no premiums, deductibles or co-payments required for covered medical services provided through LaCHIP.
Program Length, Enrollment and Renewal
Once your child's coverage starts they will have 12 months of coverage. Coverage will continue during that 12 month period, even in the event your income increases to a level that exceeds the maximum for your family's size. At the end of the 12 month, you would need to re-verify your income and other eligibility requirements to see if your children still qualify for coverage.
LaCHIP Contact Information
LaCHIP
P.O. Box 91278
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9278
877-252-2447
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