CHP
Child Health Plus
In short
Comprehensive coverage for children under 19; free or low monthly premium by income. Children under 19, NY residents, not eligible for Medicaid.
- What you get
- Comprehensive coverage for children under 19; free or low monthly premium by income.
- Who qualifies
- Children under 19, NY residents, not eligible for Medicaid.
- Income limit (2026)
- Free under 160% FPL; sliding premiums up to 400% FPL; full-premium buy-in above (2026 dollar amounts unverified).
- Papers to gather
- Child's birth certificate/ID, income proof, address.
- Renewal
- Annual.
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