CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and CareFirst BlueChoice

MHIP is administered by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and CareFirst Blue Choice, Inc., which are independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Overview of MHIP Plans

MHIP Standard

A state health insurance plan that provides coverage to Maryland residents who are unable to obtain health insurance due to a health condition; or who have a qualifying condition, or who have recently lost group coverage and exhausted their right to continuation of that coverage. Individuals who are eligible for Medicaid, Medicare, employer-sponsored coverage or any other comparable insurance plan are not eligible for MHIP Standard. Plan options:

  • HMO Plan
  • $500 PPO Plan
  • $1,000 PPO Plan
  • $2,600 High Deductible Health Plan (HDP)
  • HealthyBlue Triple Option

MHIP+

MHIP+ provides discounted premiums and, in some cases, discounted cost sharing to MHIP members with limited income. Plan options:

  • HMO Plan
  • $200 PPO Plan
  • $500 PPO Plan

Resources

For more information on all of the plan benefits, including copays, deductibles and covered services, as well as premiums, please refer to the MHIP Enrollment Guide. A detailed explanation of MHIP's coverage is contained in the Certificates of Coverage available on the Forms & Documents page. Regardless of the plan you are applying for, please fill out the entire MHIP Enrollment Application. Call us if you need help at 1-888-444-9016, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.