FAMIS

FAMIS, or Family Access to Medical Insurance Security Plan, is Virginia's health insurance program for children. FAMIS covers these services:

• Dental care

• Doctor visits

• Emergency care

• Hospital visits

• Mental health care

• Prescription medicine

• Tests and X-rays

• Vaccinations

• Vision care

• Well-baby check-ups

• Well-child check-ups

There are no enrollment costs or monthly premiums for FAMIS. At this time, there are no co-pays for any FAMIS covered services. Children may qualify if they:

• Live in Virginia

• Are uninsured

• Are under age 19

• Are United States citizens or lawfully residing immigrants

• Live in families that meet income rules

FAMIS is now a choice for children of state employees.

Learn more:  https://www.dmas.virginia.gov/for-applicants/populations-served/for-children/famis/