Eligibility Guidelines
To be eligible for Kid Care CHIP children must meet the following guidelines:
- A Wyoming resident
- A US citizen or lawful, permanent resident who has legally lived in the US for at least 5 years
- Have not had their 19th birthday
- Have not had insurance for the past 30 days or longer. Some exceptions apply.*
- Meet income guidelines
Children who are dependents of employees who are eligible to receive health insurance benefits under Wyoming’s Employees’ Group Insurance, whether as a state employee or as employees of Natrona County School District, University of Wyoming and Wyoming community colleges, are not eligible for Kid Care CHIP. Kid Care CHIP participants may not have additional health insurance. Some exceptions apply, such as Indian Health Services and School Sports Insurance.
Income Requirements
Kid Care CHIP provides health coverage for children and teens who are not eligible for Medicaid. A family of four can earn up to $53,000 and still qualify.
Family Size: 1 – Monthly Income: $2510
Family Size: 2 – Monthly Income: $3407
Family Size: 3 – Monthly Income: $4304
Family Size: 4 – Monthly Income: $5200
Family Size: 5 – Monthly Income: $6097
Family Size: 6 – Monthly Income: $6994
Family Size: 7 – Monthly Income: $7890
Family Size: 8 – Monthly Income: $8787
For each additional person, add $897
*If your household income is close to these limits please apply, you may be eligible. Income requirements change annually. Call 855-294-2127 to apply.
Not eligible for CHIP? Your child may be eligible for Medicaid. Click here to learn more.
Apply Today For questions about eligibility or to apply over the phone call 1-855-294-2127