The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a low-cost health coverage program for children under age 19 whose family income is too high to qualify for Medicaid. There may be a small monthly premium ($10 or $15, depending on income) for each child enrolled in CHIP.
Who's Eligible
To qualify, a child must live in Idaho and be:
- Under the age of 19
- A U.S. citizen or legal resident
- Within family income guidelines
- Not have private health insurance
CHIP Brochure
Read about the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) coverage in this brochure.
Income limits for CHIP
Effective March 2020
| Household Size | Monthly Income |
|---|---|
| 2 | $2,730 |
| 3 | $3,439 |
| 4 | $4,149 |
| 5 | $4,858 |
| 6 | $5,567 |
| 7 | $6,277 |
| 8 | $6,986 |
| Each additional member | + $709 |
Disabled Children: Income and resource guidelines for disability are best explained by staff, so please contact us.