Does SCHIP have the same benefits as Medicaid?
Yes. SCHIP has the same benefits as the Medicaid Categorically Needy (CN) program for children. This includes mental health, alcohol and substance abuse services, supplies and medical equipment. Are mental health services and substance abuse treatment services covered under SCHIP? Yes. SCHIP clients are eligible for the same mental health, alcohol and substance abuse services as those available through the Medicaid Categorically Needy program. How will SCHIP clients receive mental health and substance abuse treatment benefits? SCHIP enrollees obtain mental health benefits through the same systems as Medicaid. Most mental health services can be obtained through Regional Support Networks (RSN). Substance abuse treatment services are provided through Division of Alcohol and Substance Abuse services, per their requirements. What if a patient or parent wants a non-covered service (e.g., circumcision). Can the doctor (provider) bill the client for this service? The SCHIP policy for non-cover
