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Louisiana LaCHIP Program

undefined Louisiana LaCHIP Program?


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 Louisiana LaCHIP Program?


Louisiana covers children and pregnant women (conception to birth) in the CHIP program.

Children Eligibility:

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Louisiana and meet all of the following:

  • Either 18 years of age and under; and
  • A U.S. Citizen, National, or a Non-Citizen legally admitted into the U.S, and
  • Uninsured (and ineligible for Medicaid).

Pregnant Women (conception to birth) Eligibility:

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Louisiana and meet all of the following:
• pregnant; and
• Uninsured (and ineligible for Medicaid).

Available to all U.S. Citizens, Nationals, and Non-Citizens (not limited to only those lawfully admitted.

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$31,639
2$42,793
3$53,947
4$65,100
5$76,254
6$87,408
7$98,562
8$109,716

*For households with more than eight people, add $11,154 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.

undefined Louisiana LaCHIP Program?


To apply online, please visit the LA CHIP Self Service online application portal.

For additional application information, visit the LA CHIP information 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.


To learn more about the program, please visit the Medicaid and CHIP page.

You may also view the Local Health Department Directory to find a service center near you.

For additional details, please visit the Medicaid & CHIP Policies page and select your state.

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