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Insuring Texas Children
There are 1.5 million children in Texas that do not have health insurance. Based on the Texas Health and Human Services Commission analysis of census data, more than 850,000 of those children are eligible for the Children’s Health Insurance Program or Medicaid but are not enrolled.
The Catholic Health Association of Texas is greatly concerned about the health of Texas children. As part of our mission – to ensure that health care is accessible and affordable to all Texans – CHA joins the state, community based organizations, and advocates for children, in spreading the word about the Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance (CHIP) Programs – which offer no cost or low cost health insurance coverage for children.
WHAT DO THE PROGRAMS COVER?
Both CHIP and Children’s Medicaid cover a wide range of benefits including:
- Choice of doctors
- Regular check-ups and office visits
- Prescription drugs and medical supplies
- Dentist visits, cleanings and fillings
- Access to medical specialists
- Shots and immunizations
- Hospital care and services
- X-rays and lab tests
- Mental health care
- Coverage for special health needs
- Coverage for pre-existing conditions
- Eye exams and glasses
WHAT DOES IT COST?
Children’s Medicaid is free to children of families who qualify.
CHIP enrollment fees are $50 or less per family (based on the family income) for each 12 month term of eligibility and most co-payments for doctor visits and prescription drugs range from $3 to $10
WHO QUALIFIES?
Families meeting the income guidelines below may qualify. Click the chart image for a larger view.
HOW TO APPLY
Print the application http://www.chipmedicaid.com/english/apply.htm and fax the completed form to 1-877-542-5951 or mail it to:
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
P.O. Box 14200
Midland, TX 79711-9901
Information courtesy of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission http://www.chipmedicaid.com/english/cover.htm