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Kids who need health insurance can get it - through Neighborhood Health Providers and Child Health Plus.
Child Health Plus is a New York State sponsored health insurance program for children under the age of 19. NHP Child Health Plus provides a child or teenager with free or affordable health coverage depending on their household income. The cost is based on family income and the number of people in the family. The cost is based on family income and the number of people in the family.
Children Can Qualify To Join if they:
• Are under the age of 19
• Are New York State Residents
• Are not eligible for Medicaid
• Have little or no health care coverage
Child Health Plus members provides the following benefits:
| Physician Services |
Lead Screenings |
| Inpatient Hospital, Medical and Surgical Services including well-child care, health education, screening and testing for disease and disability |
Outpatient and Inpatient Alcohol , Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services |
| Immunizations and inoculations against childhood diseases |
Durable medical equipment (nebulizer, wheelchairs, canes, crutches, walkers and commode.) |
| Hospitalization |
Short Term Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy |
| Dental Care (Emergency, Preventative, and Routine) |
Prosthetic and Orthotic Appliances |
| Hearing and Vision Care, including eyeglasses |
Lead Screenings |
| Emergency Room Care |
Hospice Care |
| Ambulances |
Pharmacy Services (prescription & nonprescription drugs) |
| Diagnostic Services (Lab & Radiology) |
Certified Home Health Services |
Child Health Plus does not cover:
- Non Emergency Transportation
- Medical supplies (except as specified above)
- Home health services except in lieu of inpatient hospital admission
or a skilled nursing facility.
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