New York State has health insurance programs for all uninsured children up to 19 years of age and some uninsured adults. Children ineligible for Medicaid may receive health services under Child Health Plus available from providers throughout Westchester. Services covered by Child Health Plus are:
- well-child care
- physical examinations
- immunizations
- diagnosis and treatment of illness and injury
- X-rays and lab tests
- outpatient surgery
- emergency care
- prescription drugs
- inpatient hospital medical or surgical care
- short-term therapeutic outpatient services (chemotherapy, hemodialysis)
- limited outpatient treatment for alcoholism, substance abuse, and mental health
To apply for a child, call (800) 698-KIDS, that is (800) 698-4543, the Westchester County Department of Health (914) 813-5048 or you can obtain information online from Child Health Plus.