Child Health Insurance at a Price You Can Afford

MIChild is a health insurance program. It is for uninsured children of Michigan's working families. MIChild services are provided by many HMOs and other health care plans throughout Michigan.

Who is Covered?
MIChild covers children of families who are at or below 200% of the poverty line who are not eligible for Medicaid* and for whom health insurance is not available from an employer.  For example, for a family of four this would be an income of as much as $3,459 per month.  MIChild specifically targets the children of Michigan's working families who are not eligible for Medicaid, and do not otherwise have access to health care coverage. Click here for the income guidelines.

*  Note:  Children ages 1-19, up to 150% of poverty, are now eligible for Medicaid.

What is Covered?
Well child visits, immunizations, hearing screening, vision services, dental services, diagnostic services, primary care and specialty physician services, inpatient and outpatient hospital services, emergency services, mental health services, and prescriptions.

Who Will Provide Services?
Most services will be provided through capitated medical and dental plans that agree to accept the rate offered by the State.

How Much Does it Cost?
The cost will be $10 per family per month, for a total of $120 per year.

How Do Families Apply?
The Health Department has MIChild applications available for pickup, and they can be obtained at most community human services agencies or by calling 1-888-988-6300.  You can also fill out the application online, or download a printable version at the Michigan Department of Community Health's MIChild website.   Submit paper applications to:  MIChild, P.O. Box 30412, Lansing, MI  48909.

For more information, visit the Michigan Department of Community Health's Website or

the Upper Peninsula MIChild Website!