The Complex Medical Help (CMH) Program is a tax supported state program of the Ohio Department of Health. The program assists families in obtaining services to diagnose a medical condition (the diagnostic program) and assists with ongoing services for children with an eligible medical condition and financial qualification. (the treatment program).

The diagnostic program assists families in obtaining an evaluation by a physician, including testing for a medical condition regardless of a family’s income. The treatment program is for children who have been diagnosed as having an eligible medical diagnosis and financially qualify.

Which Children Are Eligible For CMH?

Those who are:

• Age 0-25

• Permanent resident of Ohio

• Under the care of CMH-approved doctor(M.D. or D.O.) and who have or may have a chronic medical condition

Financial eligibility is required for the Treatment Program only.