Parents or guardians of enrolled children have different options when selecting a managed care program. The Choice Counseling program helps families make this important decision. MediKids MediKids offers the same benefits-rich package as KidCare Medicaid but is not an entitlement program. It is for children ages 1 through 4 who are not Medicaid-eligible. There are no costs for services.
Families have a choice of health care providers and state-contracted HMOs.
Younger brothers and sisters of enrolled children are also covered in some parts of the state. Florida Healthy Kids is available in most counties and will soon be statewide. Families that earn more than the maximum income may buy FHK insurance at full price - if their children are otherwise eligible. There is no cost for well-child care. Coverage is provided through commercially licensed insurers.