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Learn about Florida KidCare, a government-sponsored program offering free or low-cost health and dental insurance for children in Florida. Apply now and ensure your child's well-being!
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Florida Healthy Kids Corporation & The Florida College System Present: Class Support Materials for Florida KidCare
WHAT IS FLORIDA KIDCARE? Florida KidCare is the umbrella brand for the four government-sponsored health insurance programs serving Florida children. The mission of Florida KidCare is to increase the number of insured children in Florida by offering completely free or low-cost quality health and dental insurance for children from birth through the end of age 18. The four programs within the Florida KidCare umbrella are included in the chart below.
ABOUT FLORIDA KIDCARE COST Most families pay nothing at all for coverage, and many families pay as little as 15 or $20 a month. Families who are not eligible for subsidized coverage may purchase Florida KidCare at the full-pay monthly premium. To qualify for Florida KidCare coverage, a child must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully-residing immigrant and meet all other eligibility requirements. Families can use the Eligibility Calculator to help estimate what a monthly premium payment might be for Florida KidCare coverage. COVERAGE With free year-round enrollment, the time to apply for Florida KidCare is always now. It’s easy for parents – fill out one application online, in person or over the phone and Florida KidCare will match you with the right option based on your children’s ages, household size and family income. Florida KidCare benefits include, but are not limited to:
RESOURCES Visit floridakidcare.org to download the following resources and tools to share with your patients, peers and families. Information Card Videos Brochure Order hard copies of materials by emailing outreach@healthykids.org so you can hand deliver these resources in your network. For local uninsured and enrollment data, visit healthykids.org/data. If a family would rather apply for Florida KidCare in person, they may locate a local application assister by entering their zip code here: find local help. For more information on how to apply for Florida Kidcare, visit floridakidcare.org or call 1-888-540-KIDS (5437).