Children's Special Health Care Services

Phone Number: (616) 632-7066 or (800)-359-3722

Target Population

Michigan residents. Covers most chronic medical conditions in children to age 21. Adults 21+ eligible with cystic fibrosis and coagulation defects only.

Services

For medically eligible children, to age 21, CSHCS program pays for appropriate specialized medical treatment, equipment and supplies. Michigan Department of Community Health determines whether the child is medically eligible. CSHCS will pay for a diagnostic evaluation to determine eligibility also. Referrals and advocacy provided. Parent Support Group for parents of children with special health care needs meets monthly.

Additional Information

Usually no fee is required, however, co-payment required of some depending on income. Child may also have Medicaid or private insurance.