Medical Care for Uninsured Children (Care for Kids)

How to Apply

Starting January 1st, 2025, using our new Community Connect Portal. This offers a convenient way to apply for and manage your County Health Programs benefits. Create a Community Connect Portal account to begin.

Documents to Bring

You must bring proof that the child lives in Montgomery County and proof of family income. Examples of proof:

  • Child’s Identity: birth certificate, passport, school ID or report card
  • Montgomery County Residency: mortgage, lease, utility bill, driver’s license, official county or state document, letter with the name of the person with whom the child lives along with the mortgage or lease driver’s license and current utility bill
  • Family Income: Four weeks of pay stubs, letter from employer, recent Federal Income tax return, Social Security award letter, alimony or child support statement, etc.).

Eligibility Requirements

  • Child must be uninsured
  • Child must be a Montgomery County resident
  • Ages newborn through 18
  • Family income no greater than 250% of the Federal Poverty Level

Fees and Payments

Families may have a co-payment of up to $20.00 per visit with a health care provider.  There is a $5.00 co-pay for all prescription medications.  Other fees and co-pays may be charged for lab work, radiology and some specialty care visits.  Patients are informed of any fee before they go to their appointment.

FAQ's

  1. What services are available through Care for Kids?

    Pediatric care includes well child visits, sick visits, prescription medicine, optometry, dental and other limited specialty care services.

  2. Where will my child get his/her health care?

    Your child will be assigned a health care provider based on where you live, the services you need and openings with Care for Kids providers.

  3. How much will Care for Kids cost my family?

    Most services offered by Care for Kids are low-cost or discounted, although some do have a small fee or co-pay. Families may have a co-payment of up to $20.00 per visit with a health care provider. There is a $5.00 co-pay for all prescription medications. Other fees and co-pays may be charged for lab work, radiology and some specialty care visits. Patients are informed of any fee before they go to their appointment.

  4. Can my child see a Dentist under Care for Kids?

    Yes, routine dental care for children in the Care for Kids program is available at the Department of Health and Human Services dental clinics. There are clinics in Silver Spring, Rockville and Germantown. Appointments are required and a small fee may be charged.

  5. Does Care for Kids cover hospitalizations and emergency care?

    No, Care for Kids does not cover hospitalization costs and emergency room care.

Additional Information

There is no additional information at this time.

 

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