Frequently Asked Questions
Understanding your health plan is just as important as having one. We're here with the answers to your questions.
CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids
CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids: Who’s eligible
All children in Pennsylvania are eligible for CHIP if they meet the following requirements:
- Under 19 years of age
- A U.S. citizen, U.S. national or qualified alien
- A resident of Pennsylvania
- Uninsured and not eligible for Medical Assistance
If you need more information or have additional questions, please refer to the following website:
https://www.dhs.pa.gov/CHIP/Eligibility-and-Benefits/Pages/Eligibility-and-Benefits.aspx
Your child can be covered by CHIP until they turn 19, regardless of household income. You don't have to fill out a medical questionnaire and there are no limits on coverage for pre-existing conditions
Yes, your child may qualify for CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids regardless of your household income or employment status.
There are no income limits for CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids. Your child can be covered on CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids regardless of household income or employment status.
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CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids: What’s Covered
Yes, dental and vision care are covered under CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids.
Yes, mental health services are covered under CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids coverage.
Yes, the CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids Health and Wellness Support Program helps children with serious medical conditions and special health care needs get the care they require.
There aren't any pre-existing condition limits to qualify for CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids.
Yes, substance abuse services are covered under CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids.
CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids coverage usually begins on the first day of the next month after you enroll.
For example: If you enroll on April 15, your coverage will begin on May 1.
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CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids: Getting enrolled
You can enroll in CHIP - Highmark Healthy Kids anytime throughout the year.
As long as you pay your monthly premium, your plan will automatically renew. Each year, we send a form to you to renew your coverage. If for some reason you don’t receive it, or you are unable to locate the form, contact customer service at 1-800-543-7105.
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