Number: RL32628
Title: Coverage of Vision Services under the State Childrens Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)
Authors: Evelyne P. Baumrucker, Domestic Social Policy Division 
Abstract: A small but significant proportion of children have visual impairments. When  detected early, many childhood vision abnormalities are treatable, but the potential for correction and normal visual development diminishes with age. Under SCHIP, states may provide coverage by expanding Medicaid or creating a separate SCHIP program or both. Medicaid and SCHIP provide access to an array of vision-related services, including vision screening services that can help children in low- to moderate-income families overcome these difficulties.
Pages: 46
Date: October 12, 2004