How to Enroll in SCHIP in Missouri

Missouri's State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) is a component of MO HealthNet for Kids, which provides health insurance to low-income families with dependent children. Children under the age of 19 with a gross family income within the federal poverty guidelines are eligible for the SCHIP program. Missouri's SCHIP program is available to families with gross incomes between 151 percent and 300 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL), and the program requires monthly premiums. Premium amounts change in July of each year. Individuals can call the Premium Collections Unit at 1-877-888-2811 for current premium amounts, based on the federal poverty level.

Things You'll Need

• Income documentation
• Immigration documentation
• Social Security numbers

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Instructions

Methods of Applying for MO HealthNet for Kids (SCHIP)

• 1

  Visit the Missouri Department of Social Services website to apply online for MO HealthNet for Kids (SCHIP). Complete the application, which includes providing a valid phone number, because you will be contacted if additional information, questions or verification is needed.

• 2

  Download, print and complete the MO HealthNet for Kids application. Enclose your income verification documents for the past 30 days with your application. Mail the application to:

  MO HealthNet Service Center

  525 Jules St. #127

  St. Joseph, MO 64501

• 3

  Call 1-888-275-5908 to request an application for MO HeathNet for Kids (SCHIP). When you receive the application, complete it and attach documentation to verify your identity and income. Return the application by mail for processing.

• 4

  Apply for MO HealthNet for Kids (SCHIP) program in person at the Social Services office for the county in which you reside. Request an application for enrollment. Provide your check stubs, citizenship documentation and Social Security numbers for you and your children.