Children's Special Health Care Services (CSHCS)


CSHCS assists families by providing support services for children and some adults needing specialty medical care that can not be comprehensively managed by an individual internist, pediatrician, or family physician.

Covered Medical Conditions:

CSHCS covers over 2,600 diagnosis. Common examples include:

  • Cancer
  • Cerbral Palsy
  • Cleft Palate or Lip
  • Hearing / Vision Loss
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Certain Heart Conditions
  • Insulin Dependent Diabetes

How Does CSHCS Help?

  • Pays specialty medical bills
  • Covers co-pays or deductibles
  • Coordinates services from multiple providers/physicians
  • Educates families about specialty providers such as doctors, hospitals, and clinics

Program History:

CSHCS is a program of Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH). Formerly known as the Dvision of Services for Crippled Children, CSHCS is funded with both state and federal dollars through Title V of the Social Security Act.


Call for Appointment or Information:

  • Escanaba Office: 906-786-4111 (Press "2" then Press "6")
  • Menominee Office: 906-863-4451

Eligibility:

  • Families of every income level participate in CSHCS.
  • Financial factors do not count in determining CSHCS eligibility.
  • Click here for Eligibility Guidelines

Local Impact:

  • Current Public Health Caseload (6/06): 314 clients

Related Information Links:

MIchigan Dept. Community Health CSHCS Color Brochure

Visit Michigan Department of Community Health CSHCS web-page:
http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-2943_4845_5036-15087--,00.html

Send mail to mis@phdm.org with questions or comments about this web site.
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