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Colorado Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)

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undefined Colorado Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)?

The Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health coverage to nearly eight million children and families with incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid, but can't afford private coverage.

In some states, CHIP covers parents and pregnant women. Each state offers CHIP coverage, and works closely with its state Medicaid program. Please note: These programs may be called by different names in your state.

Some benefits covered through CHIP, include:

  • Routine check-ups
  • Immunizations
  • Doctor visits
  • Prescriptions
  • Dental and vision care
  • Inpatient and outpatient hospital care
  • Laboratory and X-ray services
  • Emergency services

The Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health coverage to nearly eight million children and families with incomes too high to qualify for Medicaid, but can't afford private coverage.

In some states, CHIP covers parents and pregnant women. Each state offers CHIP coverage, and works closely with its state Medicaid program. Please note: These programs may be called by different names in your state.

Some benefits covered through CHIP, include:

  • Routine check-ups
  • Immunizations
  • Doctor visits
  • Prescriptions
  • Dental and vision care
  • Inpatient and outpatient hospital care
  • Laboratory and X-ray services
  • Emergency services

undefined Colorado Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)?

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Colorado and a U.S. Citizen, National, or a Non-Citizen legally admitted into the U.S. You must be uninsured (and ineligible for Medicaid) and meet one of the following:

  • 18 years of age and under, or
  • Pregnant, or
  • A primary care giver with a child(ren) 18 years of age and under.

In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size*Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1$37,650
2$51,100
3$64,550
4$78,000
5$91,450
6$104,900
7$118,350
8$131,800

*For households with more than eight people, add $13,450 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

undefined Colorado Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)?

To apply online, please visit the Colorado PEAK online application portal.

For additional application information, visit the How Do I Apply page. You will be able to download an application form directly from the site.

You may also find out if you qualify through the Marketplace application.

Apply for CO Child Health Plan

To learn more about the program, please visit the About CHP+ website.

1-800-359-1991

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