Children's State/Local Health Insurance Programs | Florida Kidcare - Florida Healthy Kids
Eligibility
Hours
Voice - Administration
Languages
Applications Available in English, Spanish, Creole
Application process
Applications are available online at www.floridakidcare.org or by calling the toll-free number at 1-888-540-KIDS (5437).
Fees
Fees vary according to income & whether subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized payments are $15 or $20 per month per family; full-pay options range from $116 - $159 per child, per month, depending on child's age & selected options.
Service area
Florida
Description
Provides comprehensive, year-round health insurance for uninsured children age 5 until the 19th birthday in participating counties. This health insurance is for children who are not eligible for Medicaid or Children's Medical Services and do not have health insurance.
Providing organization
Florida Kidcare
Provides four income-based state health insurance programs for Florida children from birth until the 19th birthday. The programs are Medicaid, MediKids, Florida Healthy Kids and the Children’s Medical Services (CMS) Health Plans.