CHIP joins pharmacies to help get health insurance

Montana’s Children’s Health Insurance Plan (CHIP) is partnering with pharmacies and other health care providers all across the state to help families obtain health insurance for their children.

CHIP is a free or low-cost health insurance plan available to families who do not qualify for Medicaid, but cannot afford private insurance for their children. CHIP currently covers over 16,500 Montana children and teenagers. CHIP covers a wide array of health services, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.

Last year, CHIP reimbursed pharmacies $3.6 million in prescription claims. CHIP-enrolled children can get their prescriptions filled at most chain pharmacies, as well as over 150 independent pharmacies across the state. Co-pays are minimal ($3/generic, $5 brand name).

You can join the over 550 CHIP community partners who help Montana families learn about CHIP by having applications and brochures available at your location. CHIP supplies all of the materials. You can also encourage your clients to visit the CHIP website at www.chip.mt.gov. Parents can fill out the application right on their computer.

Please help us get more Montana children enrolled in CHIP. There is no waiting list, so now is a great time for families to apply for CHIP.

If you would like to receive a CHIP brochure holder and/or a supply of brochures and applications, please give me a call or e-mail me at the number/address below. Posters are also available.

Thank you for supporting Montana families.

Michael Mahoney
Community Relations Manager
Children’s Health Insurance Plan
406-444-7877
mmahoney2@mt.gov