Texas Children's Health Plan will be closed on Thursday, December 25th and Thursday, January 1st in observance of the holidays. In our absence, you can reach our after-hours nurse help line at 1-800-686-3831. We will resume normal business hours on Friday, January 2nd. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season!
Texas Children’s Health Plan estará cerrado el jueves 25 de diciembre y el jueves 1 de enero en observancia de los días festivos. Durante este tiempo, puede comunicarse con nuestra línea de ayuda de enfermería fuera del horario de atención al 1-800-686-3831. Reanudaremos nuestro horario normal de atención el viernes 2 de enero. ¡Le deseamos una temporada de fiestas segura y feliz!
SNAP Update and ResourcesActualización y recursos de SNAP
On November 1, 2025, the requirements to receive and apply to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits have changed. To see the new policies to request SNAP benefits, click here and/or call 211 for SNAP assistance. Learn more
El 1 de noviembre de 2025, cambiaron los requisitos para recibir y aplicar para los beneficios del Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP, por sus siglas en inglés). Para consultar las nuevas políticas para aplicar para los beneficios de SNAP, haz clic aquí o llama al 211 para obtener ayuda de SNAP. Aprende Más
Transportation UpdateActualización de transporte
SafeRide Health (SRH) is the new provider for all NEMT rides to doctor appointments and pharmacy visits.
Depending on your needs, rides may include wheelchair-lift-equipped vehicles, stretcher vans, minivans, or ambulatory vans. Please let SRH know what type of ride you need when scheduling.
SafeRide Health (SRH) es el nuevo proveedor de todos los servicios de transporte médico que no son de emergencia (NEMT, por sus siglas en inglés) hacia consultas médicas y farmacias.
Según tus necesidades, los servicios de transporte pueden incluir vehículos con elevador para sillas de ruedas, camionetas con camilla, minivans o camionetas ambulatorias. Por favor, informa a SRH qué tipo de transporte necesitas al programar tu traslado.
How to Apply for Medicaid and CHIP-Perinatal (CHIP-P)
You can rely on us to support your pregnancy journey.
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Pregnant women that qualify might be able to get free or low-cost health coverage during their pregnancy through Medicaid for Pregnant Women or the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Perinatal program.
Follow these steps to apply for Medicaid and CHIP-P:
Submit your application
To apply for health coverage, you will need to fill out and submit an application to Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). You can do so online, through the mail, or over the phone. We can help you with your application in person or over the phone.
Please note you will need to submit these documents with your application:
Proof of pregnancy from your provider or by filling out this form from HHSC.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or immigration status.
Your family income within the last 30 days. (EX: last three pay stubs, most recent income tax, W-2 form, wage forms and/or a letter from your employer.)
Download an application here. Then print, fill it out and mail it to HHSC at the following address: Texas Health and Human Services Commission PO Box 149024 Austin, TX 78714-9968
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Phone:
Call HHSC at 2-1-1, option 2 to submit your application over the phone.
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In-Person Help:
We can help you fill out your application!
Call Member Services at 1-888-559-7526 to get in touch with an Application Assistance Specialist.
If you would prefer an Application Assistance Specialist to contact you, please fill out this form.
You can get in-person help with your application by visiting one of our Service Area locations.
Click here to see where and when we might be in your area.
Get approved for Medicaid or CHIP-Perinate (CHIP-P).
Texas Health and Human Services Commission tries to process applications for Medicaid and CHIP-P coverage for pregnant women within 15 working days after the application is filed.
Here is how you can check the status of your application:
Once you’ve been approved, choose a health plan and doctor!
After you’ve been approved, you’ll get a notice by mail or through the Your Texas Benefits account. Then you can call 1-800-964-2777 to choose a health plan and add your Primary Care Physician (PCP) and/or Obstetrician/Gynecologist (OB/GYN). If you would like to be covered by Texas Children’s Health Plan, this is where you would make that choice.
You can also find doctors in our network through our “Find a Doctor” tool.
Get coverage after delivery.
It’s important that you and your newborn have coverage after delivery in case the unexpected happens. Here are some options:
If you are covered by Medicaid:
You will have 12 months of coverage after you deliver your baby. Click here to download a PDF from HHSC with more information. (Click here to view the STAR Medicaid benefits we provider our pregnant members.)
Your newborn will be automatically covered by your same plan for 90 days, unless you request a change.
After your 12 months of overage is over, you can get extra health care support by enrolling in the Healthy Texas Women program. Click here for more information.
If you are covered by CHIP-P:
You will get two covered postpartum visits within 60 days of the end of your pregnancy.
Your newborn will have 12 months of coverage, but you will need to report the birth of your baby and select a health plan. Click here to visit our webpage that outlines this process.
Pregnancy and Postpartum Care
Maintaining a healthy pregnancy and baby will help ease your mind and enjoy this exciting time. Click here to check out our helpful resources about pregnancy and postpartum care.
Caring for our Pregnant Moms:
Are you pregnant with your first baby? With the Nurse-Family Partnership, our members get the support of a personal nurse at no cost to offer help and advice during their pregnancy and after their baby arrives.
Click here for more information about the Nurse-Family Partnership.
Our exclusive Case Management program offers help to pregnant members throughout their pregnancy and postpartum recovery. Our dedicated case managers work with you, your doctor(s) and medical staff to ensure that you receive the best possible care at each step of your pregnancy and recovery.
Get rewarded for a healthy pregnancy!
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Get rewarded for taking healthy actions during and after your pregnancy. Our Healthy Rewards Program offers exclusive benefits and rewards to give both mom and baby a healthy start, including:
Click here for more information about our Healthy Rewards Program.
Why Texas Children's Health Plan?
See what member and mom Amanda Navarrete has to say!
Texas Children’s Health Plan is committed to helping expecting mothers through the entire pregnancy journey and beyond. Moms can get the care they need through our hands-on support programs, top-quality providers and more. It’s what we do every day.
