CHIP and children's coverage guides
Start with the one that matches where you are in the process.
What Is CHIP and How Does It Relate to Medicaid for Kids?
What is CHIP and how does it relate to Medicaid for kids? A plain-English breakdown of who runs each program and how families typically end up in one or the other.
Read the guide →How CHIP Eligibility Works for Children: Income Thresholds Explained
How does CHIP eligibility work for children? A plain-English look at how income thresholds are set and why they vary by state.
Read the guide →What Does CHIP Typically Cover for Kids? A General Overview
What does CHIP typically cover for kids? A general overview of well-child visits, dental, vision, and other commonly covered services.
Read the guide →The CHIP Application Process and Documents You'll Typically Need
What does the CHIP application process actually involve, and which documents do families typically need to have ready?
Read the guide →How CHIP Premiums and Copays Generally Work
How do CHIP premiums and copays generally work, and what determines whether your family pays anything at all?
Read the guide →What Happens When a Child Ages Out of CHIP or Household Income Changes
What happens when a child ages out of CHIP, or when household income changes mid-year? What families need to know about recertification.
Read the guide →Employer Coverage vs. CHIP vs. the ACA Marketplace: How Families Decide
Employer coverage, CHIP, or the ACA marketplace — how do families actually decide which option makes sense for their kids?
Read the guide →Common Mistakes Parents Make With CHIP and Children's Coverage
What are the most common mistakes parents make with CHIP and children's coverage, and how can they be avoided?
Read the guide →The CHIP and Kids Coverage Prep Kit
A practical, printable kit covering CHIP and children's Medicaid application preparation, how to read an official notice, and the questions worth asking before you apply. Built for families who want to walk in prepared, not for any specific state or enrollment cycle.