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Click to apply for CHIP/MedicaidChild Health

Our top priority is access to health care for Texas children. Through policy analysis, research, education, outreach and enrollment, CDF leads statewide advocacy efforts to connect Texas children to primary care resources.

 
Did You Know?
  • Texas has the highest rate of uninsured children in the nation.
  • Of the 1.5 million uninsured Texas children, more than half are eligible for, but not enrolled, in CHIP or Children's Medicaid.
  • Nearly 90% of uninsured children have at least one parent working full-time.
  • According to the Texas Department of Insurance, the average cost of private family health coverage is $11,000 a year, or $917 a month.
  • For just $40 a month per child, Texas can provide health coverage to eligible children in low-income working families.
Affordable coverage is available to families through Children's Medicaid and CHIP

Children's Medicaid

 

A federal program providing FREE health coverage to children in the lowest income families— at or below 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL).

 

A family of 4 can earn up to $20,650 in 2007 and qualify.

CHIP

 

A federal-state program providing LOW-COST health coverage to children in working families that earn too much to qualify for Medicaid but not enough to afford private insurance.

 

A family of 4 can earn up to $41,300 in 2007 and qualify.

Excellent Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, mental health, immunizations, prescriptions, medical supplies, hospitalization, tests, labs, hospice and even pre-existing conditions! CHIP also provides prenatal care services for pregnant women.

 

Applying is Easy

Just include COPIES of the following with your application:

  • Proof of parent income (check stub, employer letter)
  • Child's birth certificate
  • Proof of child's residency and Social Security Number
For assistance with a CHIP/Medicaid application
call CDF Texas toll free 1-877-664-4080
 
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