PeachCare for Kids® is Georgia’s insurance program for children, also known as S-CHIP. This program provides comprehensive health benefits including primary, preventative, specialist, dental, and vision care at little to no cost to qualifying families. To be eligible for PeachCare for Kids®, households must meet certain criteria, including specific income requirements.
You may be eligible for PeachCare for Kids® if you:
- Are a U.S. citizen or legally residing non-citizen.
- Are under the age of 19.
- Do not have current health care coverage and are not eligible for Medicaid.
- Have household income up to 247% of the Federal Poverty Level.
- Have verification of income at application and annual renewal.
You can apply for PeachCare for Kids® on Georgia Gateway. To apply by phone, call the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) at 1-877-423-4746.
If you are currently enrolled in Medicaid or PeachCare for Kids®, check your eligibility on Georgia Gateway or visit Stay Covered to learn more.