Update: Medicaid and CHPlus Continuous Eligibility for Children up to Age Six

Effective July 1, 2026, the Medicaid and Child Health Plus (CHPlus) programs will no longer provide continuous coverage for children from birth through the end of their sixth birthday month. Members will be required to renew their coverage annually. Members who do not complete the renewal may lose coverage. 

Note: There is no change to the 12 months of continuous eligibility for Medicaid and CHPlus members under 19 years of age.