ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ proudly serves Dallas, Collin, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro and Rockwall counties.
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If you are pregnant, this question applies to your unborn child. You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to qualify for CHIP Perinate.
Size of your household includes you, your spouse (if applicable), and children who live with you. If you’re pregnant, include each unborn baby.
In order to apply, you must:
Families that include non-citizens can also apply. Even if you aren’t eligible yourself, you can apply for your child, and it won’t affect your immigration status.
Proof of your age (birth certificate or driver’s license) and citizenship.
Proof of all sources of income from the last 60 days (pay stubs or tax return, Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, veteran’s benefits, retirement accounts, and any other income).
Proof you live in Texas (rent receipts or landlord statements, a copy of your mortgage, utility bill, recent mail addressed to you at your current address).
Resident card (I-551), arrival/departure form (I-94), or papers from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
ID
Income
Residence
Immigration Status
You can also apply by phone or mail.
When you apply for Medicaid, Texas ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ and Human Services (HHSC) will determine the program that best fits your needs:
STAR is the Texas Medicaid program for low-income children, pregnant women, and families.
CHIP (Children's ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Insurance Program) offers low-cost health coverage for children in families who earn too much for Medicaid but cannot afford private insurance.
CHIP Perinate is the Texas program for unborn children of pregnant women who do not qualify for Medicaid.
Through STAR and CHIP, you'll enjoy many essential benefits. As a ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ member, you and your family enjoy many additional benefits and services* at no extra cost.
Plus, all STAR and CHIP plans include
*Limitations and restrictions may apply.
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ serves more than 160,000 members in Dallas, Collin, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro and Rockwall counties. Our plans give you plenty of options, so it's easy to find the care you need, when you need it.
Doctors, Hospitals, and Urgent Care
Access to 9,000+ pediatricians, OB/GYNs, behavioral health specialists, and more
Telehealth Services
Virtual visits with a provider through KidzDocNow—available 7 days a week
After-Hours Care
Support from hundreds of providers, including pediatricians, during evening and weekend hours. Plus 24/7 medical advice from our live Nurse Line
Pharmacy & Mail Order Services
Access to hundreds of retail pharmacies, plus mail-order prescriptions delivered right to your door
If you are a Texas Medicaid STAR member or CHIP member, you must renew your coverage every 12 months. .
You can also renew by mail — when you receive your renewal packet, fill it out and mail it back.
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ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is ready to answer your questions in English or Spanish.
