In an effort to reverse what seems to be a growing population of uninsured children, the state program has launched a public awareness campaign. The program is targeting parents with the goal of informing families of the importance and availability of health insurance. When uninsured children receive treatment, health officials report, they are eight times more likely to go to the emergency room for care than insured children. These children are more likely to be sick as newborns, less likely to be immunized as preschoolers and less likely to receive medical treatment for injuries or illnesses, health officials said. KidCare provides one entry point for a variety of health insurance options including coverage for doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, lab tests and behavioral or mental health care.
Dental benefits are available in some counties.
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