Free & low-cost pediatric dentists in Federated States of Micronesia
Federated States of Micronesia has 15 active federally-funded community health centers across 7 cities and towns offering pediatric and family dental care to Medicaid, CHIP, and uninsured children. The state's Medicaid dental program is administered by FSM Medicaid (compact).
Medicaid & CHIP dental coverage for kids in Federated States of Micronesia
If your child is enrolled in FSM Medicaid (compact) or Medicaid, pediatric dental care is a covered benefit at no cost to your family. Compact-of-Free-Association Medicaid serving member states; pediatric dental at FQHC sites. Federal EPSDT rules guarantee these benefits in every state, but the program brand name, managed-care administrator, and exact list of covered procedures vary, so the summary below is specific to Federated States of Micronesia.
Who qualifies in Federated States of Micronesia?
Federated States of Micronesia covers children under 19 in families earning up to 200% of the federal poverty level through Medicaid. That works out to the following gross household income limits for 2026:
| Family size | Annual income limit | Monthly income limit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $30,120 | $2,510 |
| 2 | $40,880 | $3,407 |
| 3 | $51,640 | $4,303 |
| 4 | $62,400 | $5,200 |
| 5 | $73,160 | $6,097 |
| 6 | $83,920 | $6,993 |
Income limits are based on the 2024 federal poverty guidelines (the most recent published) and the state's 200% threshold. If your income is over the limit, you may still qualify for Federated States of Micronesia's sliding-fee scale at any community health center listed below.
What's covered for kids?
- Routine exams and cleanings every six months from age 1 onward.
- Fluoride varnish and protective dental sealants on permanent molars.
- Cavity fillings, including tooth-colored composite when clinically appropriate.
- Stainless-steel crowns and pulpotomies (baby root canals) for severely decayed teeth.
- Tooth extractions and emergency pain treatment.
- Orthodontia when medically necessary (cleft lip/palate, severe malocclusion).
What if we don't have insurance?
Every clinic in this directory is a federally-funded community health center. By law, these clinics must serve every patient regardless of insurance and must charge on a sliding fee scale tied to your household income. Bring a recent pay stub or tax return, and the clinic's enrollment counselor will calculate what you owe. Many families pay $25–$45 for a complete pediatric dental visit.
In-depth Federated States of Micronesia dental guides
Long-form, parent-friendly guides written specifically for Federated States of Micronesia families. Each one combines real FSM Medicaid (compact) rules with practical advice from community dentists.
Medicaid dental coverage for kids in Federated States of Micronesia
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Emergency dental care in Federated States of Micronesia — what to do when a tooth can't wait
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Sliding-fee dental pricing in Federated States of Micronesia — how community health centers calculate what you pay
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Browse Federated States of Micronesia by city
Below are the cities in Federated States of Micronesia with the most community health center sites. If your city isn't listed, scroll to the full alphabetical list at the bottom of this page or call the nearest clinic and ask about transportation assistance — most CHCs have established patient-transport programs.