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MC+ Basics
» What is MC+?
» Who is eligible?
» What counts as income?
» Are adopted children eligible?
» What does MC+ cover?
» What doctors accept MC+?
» Can I take my child off my insurance?
» Are children born in the US eligible? Does the child have to be a US citizen?
» How much does MC+ cost?
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MC+ Statewide Coalition
To learn more about the Coalition, visit our About MC+ Coalition page or contact Lane DePrima Jacobs, Project Director. Email or call 573-636-2236. ext 232.


Show Me Healthy Families With MC+

Kids snapshotHealth care coverage is a family matter. The high cost of health insurance has left thousands of Missouri families with no health care coverage. One way to protect your family - and your budget - is to check out MC+ coverage for your children. Children may be covered by MC+ at no cost, or there may be monthly premiums based on your family size and income.

There also are MC+ programs for pregnant women and very low-income parents.

MC+ covered benefits include: doctor visits, prescriptions, hospital stays and other benefits.

Health care coverage isn't just about getting well. It's about staying healthy. MC+ can help your family because it covers treatment for illness or injury and routine wellness care. Find out more about MC+ today. Call toll free: 1-877-KIDS-NOW.

Keep Your Child Covered ~ Watch Your Mailbox!

If your child has MC+, check your mailbox for information from the Missouri Family Support Division. The 2005 Missouri legislature made changes to MC+, part of Missouri's Medicaid program. Here's what you need to know:

First, many more families must now pay a monthly premium. If this change affects your child, you will get a letter from your child's caseworker at the Family Support Division (FSD).

  • After your first payment, it is very important to make every payment on time. If you don't, your child may lose their MC+ coverage, and may not be eligible for MC+ again for six months!
  • There is a great way to be sure your payment gets in on time. You can have the payment taken out of your checking account automatically each month. It's easy and safe!

      • Second, FSD caseworkers are required to check your family's income every year. If they send you a letter, you MUST answer quickly. If you don't, your child may lose MC+ coverage and you'll have to apply again.

      To protect your child and their MC+ benefits, you must:

    • Keep your address current! Contact your FSD caseworker if you move.
    • Open your mail promptly! Respond right away to all FSD requests.
    • Make your premium payments on time! Use the automatic payment option if possible.
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        New Toll Free Number

            Protect your child and their MC+ benefits. 

        You might need your MC+ health coverage tomorrow!
        MC+ Spotlight
        Check here for new materials, upcoming meetings and other news!

        April 1, 2007 Updated Income Guidelines Are Now Available!  See Question #3 on MC+ Basics page.

         MC+ brochure in English and Spanish!

        Q & A about MC+, including monthly premiums 

        Automatic Bank Withdrawal Form for MC+ premium payments

        Income Guidelines
        Income is one factor used to help decide if a child qualifies for MC+. Children, ages birth to 19, whose gross family income is below 300% of the federal poverty level may be eligible, depending on their current insurance status. For example, a child (or children) in a family of three making less than $4,150 per month could be eligible for MC+. If family income is above 150% of the poverty level, monthly premiums ranging from $11 to $219 a month (covers all children in the family) will be charged. The premiums are based on family size and income. Go to the MC+ Basics page to see the Premium Schedule.


        Call Toll Free 1-877-KIDS-NOW (1-877-543-7669)