FL H1421

Revises the definition of "family income" for Florida Kidcare eligibility to use modified adjusted gross income methodology under federal guidelines, replacing prior cash-based income calculation.

Removes requirement for 30-day waiting periods or penalties for reinstatement of Medikids coverage following voluntary cancellation for nonpayment of premiums.

Eliminates provisions disqualifying children with recent employer-sponsored or private health insurance cancellations, while retaining exemptions for cancellations due to good cause (job loss, cost exceeding 5% of family income, medical necessity, etc.).

Requires applicants to provide documentation to verify eligibility only when the Florida Kidcare program cannot verify eligibility using reliable data sources, with written income documentation required only if electronic verification is unavailable.

Changes continuous coverage eligibility from age 5 to age 19 for Medicaid-eligible children, aligning with Title XXI program age limits; effective July 1, 2021.