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MO HealthNet for Kids Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)


The Federal Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), part of the MO HealthNet for Kids program, is a health insurance program for uninsured children of low-income families who do not have access to affordable health insurance.

The Federal Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), part of the MO HealthNet for Kids program, is a health insurance program for uninsured children of low-income families who do not have access to affordable health insurance.


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

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

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$45,180
2$61,320
3$77,460
4$93,600
5$109,740
6$125,880
7$142,020
8$158,160

*For households with more than eight people, add $16,140 per additional person. Always check with the appropriate managing agency to ensure the most accurate guidelines.


You may apply for this benefit online at the myDSS page.


To learn more, please visit the Missouri HealthNet for Kids page.

For more information on Missouri MO HealthNet for Kids, please call (translation services available):
1-888-275-5908

You may also send an e-mail message to:
mcplus@dss.mo.gov