CHIP in District of Columbia
District of Columbia at a glance
District of Columbia is home to about 97,388 foreign-born residents (14.3% of the state’s 681,294 people) and 81,152 residents of Hispanic or Latino origin (11.9%), per the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2024 5-year estimates). The procedures below apply to everyone in District of Columbia regardless of immigration status unless noted.
CHIP covers health insurance for uninsured children from families earning too much for Medicaid but unable to afford private insurance.
CHIP eligibility limits in District of Columbia (verified data)
Source: Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) — CHIP data by state
Verified on: 2026-05-25
Children’s health coverage in District of Columbia
| Child age | Medicaid (% FPL) |
|---|---|
| Infants 0-1 year | up to 324% FPL |
| Children 1-5 years | up to 324% FPL |
| Children 6-18 years | up to 324% FPL |
CHIP upper income limit in District of Columbia: 324% of FPL
CHIP-funded prenatal coverage (conception to end of pregnancy): up to 324% of FPL
How to apply for CHIP in District of Columbia
- Combined Medicaid+CHIP application via healthcare.gov
- District of Columbia state application (some states have own portal)
- By phone: 1-877-KIDS-NOW (1-877-543-7669)
District of Columbia adopted CHIPRA Option
District of Columbia adopted the CHIPRA option, eliminating the 5-year bar for permanent-resident children. This means a child with a new green card (under 5 years in US) can qualify for CHIP in District of Columbia without waiting.
How to apply for CHIP in District of Columbia
- Visit Healthcare.gov or District of Columbia’s Medicaid/CHIP portal
- Complete the application — ONE application covers both Medicaid AND CHIP automatically
- District of Columbia determines if your child qualifies for one or the other
Typical coverage
CHIP covers: doctor visits, vaccines, hospitalization, dental, vision, prescriptions, mental health.
Income limits
Generally 200-300% federal poverty level. For family of 4: ~$60,000-$90,000/year.
Costs
CHIP has very low co-pays (sometimes $0) and low monthly premiums ($0-$50/month).
Related
Last verified: 2026-06-15.
Related procedural information
- Federal benefits eligibility by immigration status — who qualifies for what
- Find legal aid in your state — public-benefits appeals
- ITIN for tax-funded benefits — eligibility requires SSN or ITIN
- Consulate of your country — many offer financial-assistance referrals
- Know Your Rights — public-benefits enrollment — agency confidentiality limits