For individuals who are no longer eligible for Medicaid and require HIV care or medications, assistance is available. Individuals may receive HIV care and medications through the Ryan White program. Additional information on AIDS service organizations, case management services, and community resources can be accessed by calling 2-1-1.
Individuals may also receive help with medications through the Texas HIV Medication Program (THMP) or Patient Assistance Program (PAP). PAPS are programs created by pharmaceutical medication manufacturers to help patients who meet financial criteria purchase necessary medications. Through these programs, prescription medications may be made available at no cost or at a minimal fee for individuals who do not have insurance or are underinsured.
Other local community organizations may also be able to help you find other local resources for your medications and HIV care. Visit CommunityFirstResources.com to find help.
Resources
- For more information about THMP, please go to www.dshs.texas.gov/hivstd/meds.
- For more information on PAPs, see links below:
Background
In response to COVID-19 and to comply with the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA, Public Law 116-127), HHSC maintained Medicaid coverage during the federal COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE).
On December 29, 2022, Congress passed the 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act, which separated the continuous coverage requirement from the PHE declaration. The requirement for continuous Medicaid coverage ends on March 31, 2023. States may begin disenrolling Medicaid members who are no longer eligible on April 1, 2023. HHSC began unwinding Medicaid continuous coverage effective April 1, 2023.
For individuals with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), it is imperative they continue care and medications.