Florida KidCare is the state’s health insurance program for eligible children under age 19 who do not have health insurance. Most eligible families pay $15 to $20 per month for coverage that includes physician visits, check-ups and shots, hospitalizations, surgeries, prescriptions, emergencies, vision and hearing screenings, dental care, behavioral health services and more. A small co-payment may be required for some services. Florida KidCare eligibility is based on the age of the child, household size and family income. To qualify, a child must meet income eligibility requirements, be under age 19 and a U.S. citizen or qualified non-citizen. Dependent children of a state employee eligible for health insurance or children in a public institution are not eligible for the Florida KidCare program. Children ages 1 -18 who are not eligible for Florida KidCare may qualify for a full-pay option. Florida KidCare may have limited space, and
applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. To apply, visit www.floridakidcare.org or call 1-888-540-5437.