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MCHP Premium - The Maryland Children's Health Program (MCHP) Expansion

Maryland Medicaid·MD · Pediatrics, Family Medicine, General Practice·General Provider
Effective date
Jul 1, 2001
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Days to comply

Summary

Maryland expanded MCHP coverage to children under 19 with family income between 200-300% of Federal Poverty Level. Children with employer-sponsored insurance will receive secondary coverage through Fidelity Insurance Company for co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance, requiring dual claims submission.

Action Required

Action needed
Immediately: Billing team must verify MCHP Premium eligibility through EVS system for pediatric patients. For children with employer-sponsored insurance, submit primary claims to employer plan first, then submit secondary claims to Fidelity Insurance Company (P.O. Box 923, Customer Service 410-785-1880) for co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance. For pharmacy claims, contact First Health Services Corporation at 1-800-884-3238. Update billing workflows to handle dual claim submission process.