CHIP / Children’s Medicaid Print E-mail

Texas families with uninsured children may be eligible for health insurance through Children's Medicaid and CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program). Both programs provide a wide range of benefits, including regular check-ups, immunizations, prescription drug/vision and dental care to keep kids under age 19 healthy. Children may be eligible for health care at NO or Low cost by applying for CHIP/Children’s Medicaid.

Who is eligible for CHIP/Children's Medicaid

Children under age 19 may be eligible for Children’s Health Insurance program if they meet the following:

  • Live with parents, relative, non-relatives or alone
  • Are Texas Residents
  • Are U.S. Citizens or non-citizens with valid proof of immigration status

General guidelines - monthly income limits for CHIP/Children's Medicaid:

1 PERSON HOUSEHOLD - $1,805
2 PERSON HOUSEHOLD - $2,429
3 PERSON HOUSEHOLD - $3,052
4 PERSON HOUSEHOLD - $3,675
5 PERSON HOUSEHOLD - $4,299
6 PERSON HOUSEHOLD - $4,922
7 PERSON HOUSEHOLD - $5,545
8 PERSON HOUSEHOLD - $6,169

Contact Us

Friendly Application/Renewal Assistance is only a phone call away. Don’t delay; apply today, friendly staff waiting to assist you.

Phone: (210)431-8326 or 1-800-246-9121

Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Social Services Manager: Yvonne Vaughan (210)431-8327 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it