Florida Children's Medical Services

Florida Children's Medical Services — Safety Net Program

Official source

Sourced from Florida Department of Health, last checked 2026-08-08. View source

Resource URL: https://kindlocator.org/resource/florida-cms-safety-net-program

What they offer

  • Approved specialty medical services

Who this may help

Youth

Eligibility

The child must be a Florida resident age 21 or younger, meet Medicaid or KidCare financial and sliding-fee criteria, and meet the Children's Medical Services clinical screening requirements or have physician documentation of qualifying conditions.

How to start

Call Children's Medical Services at 855-901-5390 or email the clinical eligibility unit to request an application. Be prepared to submit the signed application, household-income documentation, and proof of insurance or a Medicaid or KidCare denial. Do not assume a service will be paid until it is authorized.

Hours & availability

First-come, first-served while annual program funds remain; prior authorization is required

Location & access

Coverage
Broward County · Miami-Dade County · Monroe County · Palm Beach County
How to connect
Phone, Online

Languages

English, Spanish

Listed as offering—confirm language availability when you call.

Contact

Before you contact them

  • Confirm eligibility and what documents—if any—are required.
  • If visiting, confirm the location, hours, and appointment requirements.
  • Ask about language or accessibility needs.