The Childrens Medical Security Plan (CMSP) provides essential primary and preventive health care services to children and adolescents in Massachusetts who are not eligible for other MassHealth benefits and are uninsured. As of the end of the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2026, there were 72,843 children eligible for CMSP, with enrollment demographics showing slight fluctuations in eligibility over the months of January, February, and March 2026. Notably, effective January 1, 2025, enrollee premiums were eliminated for those with incomes up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Level, while a sliding scale for premiums was established for those with higher incomes. Additionally, all copayments for CMSP members were removed.
During the third quarter of FY 2026, total expenditures for CMSP amounted to $12,614,380, with a breakdown of claims showing 125,728 medical claims, 61,613 dental claims, and 4,966 pharmacy claims. The report highlights the financial aspects of the program, including specific amounts paid for medical, dental, and pharmacy services, as well as the number of claims filed. The data reflects the ongoing commitment to providing accessible health care services to eligible children in the state.