PeachCare for Kids is Georgia’s Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids program for children’s health insurance. If your child is enrolled you may need to pay a monthly premium cost. PeachCare offers a convenient online payment system to pay your child’s bill.
In this article, I’ll explain the steps for setting up your online PeachCare account and making premium payments.
Create Your Online Account
To get started, go to peachcaremypayments.bill2paycom. This is the PeachCare online payment portal
Select “Create a Profile” and enter your information:
- Email address
- Password
- Child’s PeachCare ID number
- Child’s date of birth
Read and accept the terms and conditions to complete your profile setup.
Make a One-Time Payment
If you just need to make a single, current premium payment, select “Make a One-Time Payment” on the main page.
You’ll enter your payment amount, child’s PeachCare ID and birthdate. Then provide your credit/debit card details to complete the payment.
One-time payments are useful when you simply want to pay your monthly bill without setting up an ongoing payment method.
Set Up Automatic Payments
For hassle-free premium payments, set up automatic deductions from your bank account, credit card or debit card.
Under “My Profile,” select automatic payments and enter your details. You can choose to pay monthly, quarterly or annually.
Automatic payments prevent you from ever missing a payment due date. Just ensure your payment method has sufficient funds when deductions are made.
Update Your Payment Method
Within your online profile, you can update your payment information anytime. This allows you to seamlessly switch between payment methods if needed.
To change your card, bank account or automatic payment frequency, access your profile and edit your payment settings.
Get Payment Receipts
Under “My Payment History,” you can view past PeachCare premium payments and access receipts. Use these for personal records and tax purposes.
Payment history is available for the past 18 months. Anything older can be requested through PeachCare customer support.
Avoid Coverage Lapse
Be sure to pay your child’s PeachCare premium on time each month. Late or missed payments can result in your child’s health benefits being suspended until the balance is paid.
Set payment reminders to help remember due dates. Enrolling in automatic payments also safeguards against accidental non-payment.
Get Account Support
For help with your PeachCare online account, you can use the “Contact Us” link on the payment portal. This will connect you with a customer service representative.
You can also call the PeachCare support line at 1-877-427-3224 for any billing or payment questions.
In Summary
The PeachCare online payment system allows you to easily pay your child’s monthly premiums digitally. Sign up for an account, make one-time payments or set up automatic deductions. Just remember to pay on time each month to keep your child’s health benefits active.
Message to families receiving PeachCare for Kids® coverage:
Some families with children covered through the PeachCare for Kids® program received a notification letter during the week of July 29th regarding termination of benefits effective August 31, 2019. This letter was sent in error, and coverage will not end on the date stated in the letter. The Department of Community Health is researching and reviewing each memberâs record for possible coverage under a private insurance plan and will be validating the coverage before taking any action. If your child is covered under a private or employer health insurance plan, please notify the Department of Community Health through the Gateway web portal by selecting the âchangeâ status, or by calling 1-877-427-3224.
We’ve served Georgia Families members with PeachCare for Kids® benefits since 2006. With Amerigroup, you get all your Georgia Families benefits, plus extras like Boys & Girls Club memberships and sports physicals.
You want your kids to grow up happy and healthy. We do too! That’s why PeachCare for Kids® members get important care and services like:
- A large network of primary care providers to choose from
- Wellness visits and shots to help keep you healthy
- Vision and dental care
- A full list of prescriptions and low-cost medicines
- Specialty doctor services and hospital stays
- Plus lots of extras!
Visit the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) website to learn more about PeachCare for Kids® and other programs.
Once your copay is paid, you’ll never be billed for a leftover balance. Copays range from 50 cents to $12.50. They are based on the type of service. Please see your member handbook for more information.
With Amerigroup, kids get lots of extra benefits to help them stay active like:Â Â Â
- Free Boys & Girls Club memberships for kids 6-18
- Free Girl Scout memberships for girls in grades K-5
Kids also get benefits to help them stay healthy like:
- A dental exam and cleaning every six months
- A vision exam and one pair of glasses each year
- Free over-the-counter medicines from plan pharmacies with a written prescription from your doctor
- Free 24-hour Nurse HelpLine
- Free round-trip rides to doctor visits
- Case management services
- Free weight-management program and personal exercise kit for ages 10 and up
- Neonatal Intensive Care Graduate Program
- Free flu shots
- Pest control services and hypoallergenic pillow for members diagnosed with asthma
Limitations and restrictions apply. Benefits may change. You can redeem some benefits online through your secure account. View the extra benefits youâre eligible for on the Benefit Reward Hub or call Member Services at 1-800-600-4441 (TTY 711) Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time.
Healthy Rewards is a no-cost, optional program for eligible members enrolled in our health plan. The program encourages you to complete qualifying healthy activities and screenings, then rewards you with gift cards to popular retailers. You may be eligible to earn rewards for these activities below: Â
- $25 for childhood and adolescent wellness visits
- $25 for child and adolescent dental visits
- $25 for adult wellness visits
- $50 for breast cancer screenings
- $25 for cervical cancer screenings
- $25 for completing your childâs immunizations (shots) on time
- 25 for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) wellness visits (if completed within first 30 days of enrollment)
- Up to $40 for high blood pressure medication refills
- Up to $40 for ADHD medication management
- $25 for completing lead screening
- $25 for a diabetic retinal eye exam
- $25 for a diabetic A1c screening
- $5 for completing a “What do you know about diabetes?” quiz
- $50 for following up with your doctor after a behavioral health dischargeÂ
- $35 for pregnant moms who go to a prenatal appointment in their first trimester or within 42 days of joining the health plan
- $40 for new moms who go to their postpartum visit 7â84 days after delivery
- Up to $80 for well-baby visits
Enroll and earn rewards
To see what you are eligible to earn, enroll in Healthy Rewards by logging into your Amerigroup account and visiting the Benefit Reward Hub . You can also enroll in the program or learn more by calling Healthy Rewards at 888-990-8681 (TTY 711) Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time. If you need help setting up your Amerigroup online account, call Member Services at 800-600-4441 (TTY 711) or Georgia Families 360°SM Member Intake Line at 855-661-2021 (TTY 711)..Â
We work with CarelonRx to get you the medicines you need. We cover a wide range of prescriptions and many over-the-counter medicines.
Visit the Pharmacy page to find a pharmacy near you and check if your medicine is covered.
PeachCare for Kids® is for uninsured children in Georgia under age 19. To be eligible for PeachCare for Kids®, your family income must be:
- $49,800 or less for a family of three
- $60,024 or less for a family of four
To learn more about PeachCare for Kids®, visit Georgia Families.
To find out more about eligibility, visit COMPASS.
If youâd like a Care Team health care expert to call you:
- Send an email to the Care Team with:
- Your phone number
- The best time to reach you
- Case Management department at 678-587-4758
- Georgia Families 360塉 Intake Line at 1-855-661-2021*
Everything we talk to you about is private.
*This number is for Georgia Families 360塉 members only.
What is PeachCare?
FAQ
How much is PeachCare a month in Georgia?
Does GA PeachCare cover dental?
Is Peachstate the same as PeachCare for Kids?
What is the maximum income to qualify for PeachCare in Georgia?
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Family Size
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1
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2
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Monthly Income Limit
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$3,100
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$4,208
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Annual Income Limit
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$37,200
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$50,496
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How do I apply for PeachCare?
You can apply online at: www.peachcare.org. For Value-Added Benefits information, please click here. Download the free version of Adobe Reader. Download the free version of Adobe Reader. Peach State Health Plan provides healthcare services to families through the PeachCare for Kids®. Visit us online to learn more about this program.
When will PeachCare for kids ® collect my co-payment?
Jacksonville, FL 32231 Important: If you are mailing your payment, please write your Family CASE Number on your check or money order so that it will be credited properly. PeachCare for Kids® will resume collecting co-payments on October 1, 2024. A co-payment is a small fee you will have to pay at the time of your visit to a medical provider.
How do I contact Peach State Health Plan?
For any questions regarding the changes, please contact Peach State Health Plan’s Member Services Department toll free at 1-800-704-1484. You can call them Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. For hearing impaired individuals, please call TTY/TDD 1-800-255-0056.
What services does PeachCare for Kids Cover?
PeachCare for Kids® also covers hospitalization, emergency room services, prescription medications and mental health care. Each child in the program has a Georgia Families Care Management Organization (CMO) who is responsible for coordinating the child’s care. How Do I?