Find out if your child qualifies for CoverKids in Tennessee
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For a household of 3, the CoverKids income limit for a child under 19 in Tennessee is $5,806 a month ($69,666 a year), which is 255% of the federal poverty level.
CoverKids is the name of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in Tennessee. This is an estimate based on income only. States can apply other rules, such as immigration status, and the Medicaid agency makes the final decision.
Tennessee CoverKids
CoverKids is Tennessee Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) that provides free, comprehensive health coverage for qualifying children aged 18 and younger.
Pregnant women whose income is too high for TennCare may also receive maternity coverage through CoverKids, covering prenatal care, hospital delivery, and 60 days of postpartum care.
CoverKids is designed to bridge the gap for families who make too much for Medicaid but too little to afford private insurance.
What is the income limit for CoverKids in Tennessee?
CoverKids is for children under 19 and pregant women regardless of age whose household income is at or below 255% of the federal poverty level.
| Household Size | 255% Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $3,392 |
| 2 | $4,599 |
| 3 | $5,806 |
| 4 | $7,013 |
| 5 | $8,220 |
| 6 | $9,427 |
| 7 | $10,634 |
| 8 | $11,841 |
Families who meet the income guidelines do not pay monthly premiums for CoverKids but may be required to pay small fees, called copayments, for certain services.
How do I apply for CoverKids in Tennessee?
You can apply for CoverKids through several methods:
- Online: Apply through TeenCare Connect for faster processing.
- By Phone: Call TennCare Connect at (855) 259-0701.
- In-Person: Submit application at any local health department throughout Tennesse.1
Footnotes
About this information
SingleMotherGuide.com is an independent state-by-state reference guide and is not affiliated with any government agency. Program amounts and income limits are compiled from official federal and state sources, which are cited on the page, and are reviewed periodically and updated as those sources change.
The information is provided for general guidance and is not legal or financial advice. The administering agency makes the final determination of eligibility and benefit amounts. To report an error, please contact us.
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- Ada Hu