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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 1, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Kansas, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Response and Recovery website, the Department of Health and Environment's Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response portal, the Kansas Chamber of Commerce or the Kansas Health Foundation.
Description of Program and Relief
KanCare – Children’s Health Insurance Program (“CHIP”)
CHIP provides low-cost health care coverage for uninsured children in low-income families whose incomes exceed Medicaid limits. Although there is no specific provision related to COVID-19, individuals and families may be eligible if they meet the eligibility requirements below.
Government or Lead Agency
Kansas Department of Health and Environment and Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
Dates Available
Available now
Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions
To be eligible for CHIP, an applicant must (i) be a resident of Kansas, (ii) be under 19 years of age or a primary care giver with a child under the age of 19, (iii) not be covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), (iv) be a U.S. national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident; and (v) have family income under 232% of the federal poverty level.
Application Deadlines (If Applicable)
N/A
Contact for More Information
For more information, contact KanCare at (800) 792-4884.
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