State child health program that operates with federal grant support under Titles V and XXI of the Social Security Act. In some states this program may be known as Maternal and Child Health Program (MCHP) , Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), or State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).
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Chinese wall
The separation of key functions of a business to ensure that no conflicts of interest arise, and to prevent the inappropriate transfer of sensitive or regulatory information to another part of the business.
CHIP
Acronym for Children’s Health Insurance Program; see State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).
Choice no-fault
Allows auto insureds the choice of remaining under the tort system or choosing no-fault at a reduced premium.
Choice no-fault plan (Vehicle Insurance)
The choice of a vehicle owner to be covered under a no-fault plan provided by the state.
Chomage Insurance
Same as Percentage of fire loss insurance.
Chose In Action
A thing of which one has not the present enjoyment but which one has a right of recovery by legal action, e.g., the proceeds of an insurance policy.
Chronic
Refers to a medical condition that persists, continues, or recurs over a long period of time.
Chronic care
Medical care and treatment given to an individual whose health problem is of a long-term and continuing nature. Rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes, and mental hospitals may be considered chronic care facilities.
Chronic illness
Long-term or permanent illness that often results in some type of disability and may require a person to seek help with various activities (e.g., diabetes, arthritis).