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Medicaid

Download the  application: http://www.famis.org/materials/HealthInsuranceApplicationForChildrenAndPregnantWomen_English.pdf  

 

FAMIS

FAMIS is Virginia's health insurance program for children. It makes health care affordable for children of eligible families. FAMIS covers all the medical care growing children need to avoid getting sick, plus the medical case that will help them if they do get sick or get hurt.


Services Covered by FAMIS

  • Doctor visits
  • Well-baby checkups
  • Hospital visits
  • Vaccinations
  • Prescription medicine
  • Tests and X-rays
  • Dental care
  • Emergency care
  • Vision care
  • Mental health care


Cost to the Family
There are no enrollment costs or monthly premiums for FAMIS. For some services, the family will have to pay a co-payment. Most co-payments are just $2.00 or $5.00. Some services, like regular check-ups, are free

 

How to Apply
There are three easy ways to apply for FAMIS and FAMIS MOMS. You will need to complete a Health Insurance Application for Children and Pregnant Women. You may download the application here: http://www.famis.org/materials/HealthInsuranceApplicationForChildrenAndPregnantWomen_English.pdf  or call: (757) 562-8511 for information or assistance. 

 

You will need to share information on who is in your family and your family's income.