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What is the Children's Medical Security Plan (CMSP)?

The Children’s Medical Security Plan (CMSP) is a basic health insurance program offered by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services for Massachusetts children and teens under the age of 19 years. CMSP is run by MassHealth.

Am I eligible?

To be eligible for the Children’s Medical Security Plan (CMSP), a child must be under 19 years of age and a resident of Massachusetts. The child must be uninsured for basic medical and dental care and not eligible for these services through MassHealth. Eligibility does NOT depend on income or immigration status.

What benefits will I get?

The Children’s Medical Security Plan (CMSP) covers preventive and non-preventive outpatient care, dental services, family planning, and prescription drugs and medical equipment. It does not cover hospitalization. Depending on income, some families pay a monthly premium for CMSP coverage, while others pay no premium. Most services require a small co-payment.

How do I apply?

To apply for the Children’s Medical Security Plan (CMSP), you must fill out the Medical Benefit Request (MBR) form, which is a joint application for MassHealth and the CMSP. You can get this application online from the MassHealth Applications and Member Forms; or by calling the MassHealth Enrollment Center at 1-888-665-9993; or by going to a local community health care center.

How do I use my CMSP benefits?

You will get a Children’s Medical Security Plan ID card which you must show when you bring your children for medical or dental care, or when you buy medical supplies or prescription medicines at the pharmacy. Certain community health centers and hospitals are CMSP network providers and accept CMSP insurance.

Useful links

Links to other web sites with information about the Children's Medical Security Plan.

CMSP section last updated on 4/19/10