Definitions for "KidCare"
Keywords:  illinois, podiatry, schip, fpl, moms
Illinoisâ€(tm) health insurance program for low income children. KidCare is administered by the state and utilizes funding from the federal State Childrenâ€(tm)s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). KidCare provides medical coverage for families earning up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (about $38,700 for a family of four). More Info
Illinois' S-CHIP program. For low income kids, but higher income than Medicaid. KidCare Share, KidCare Rebate, KidCare Assist, and Moms and Babies are all part of this program. There are various programs that help families up to the 200% FPL.
KidCare, the Illinois S-CHIP program, offers health care coverage to children and pregnant women and helps in paying premiums of employer sponsored or private insurance plans. Services for kids include doctor and nursing care, immunizations and preventive care, hospital and clinic care, laboratory test and X-rays, prescription drugs, medical equipment and supplies, medical transportation, dental care, eye care, psychiatric care, podiatry, chiropractic care, physical therapy, mental health and substance abuse services. Pregnant women receive prenatal care and other medical services. KidCare services are available at no cost or at low cost and are determined by family income.