Healthy Kids Now
Governor Chris Gregoire has made children's health coverage one of her top health-care priorities in Washington State and has set a goal to see that all children in the state are enrolled in coverage by 2011. The Department of Social and Health Services has a number of programs that can help families find health care for their children. This page offers tips and guidelines for parents as well as providers and stakeholders.
Need children's health care coverage?
* Kids are considered for free health insurance first (Medicaid and Non-citizen programs).
* Kids who don't qualify for free insurance are screened for low-cost health insurance (SCHIP).
* Kids who do not meet the citizenship requirement and have an emergent medical condition are screened for Medicaid Alien Emergent Medical (AEM) . In addition to the application your doctor must complete a complete a Referral Form.
Stakeholders and providers who want more information about program eligibility guidelines or enrollment are encouraged to contact us or visit our Eligibility Web Page.
DSHS Constituent Services
PO Box 45130
Olympia, WA 98504-5130
1-800-737-0617 for Washington State information only
