Attention Community First Members:
You may Have a Co-Pay for CHIP COVID-19 Services Starting October 1, 2024.
During the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) waived co-pays for COVID-19 vaccines, testing, and treatment for Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) members. This will end on September 30, 2024.
For most types of doctor visits, you will have to pay a co-pay. You will not have to co-pay for the following types of doctor visits:
- Check-ups
- Preventive services
- Mental health and substance use disorder treatment services
The amount you will need to co-pay is listed on your CHIP Member ID card.
Your co-pay amount was determined based on your income when you enrolled in CHIP. You do not have to co-pay for CHIP services if you are:
- Native American;
- An Alaska Native; or
- A CHIP Perinatal member.
If you have any questions, call Member Services toll free at 1-800-434-2347. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call 711.
REMINDER: You can use YourTexasBenefits.com or the Your Texas Benefits mobile app to manage your benefits and update HHSC of any changes, like a new address or income.