Children's Health Insurance Program

Children’s Health Insurance Program

Texas families who earn too much to qualify for Medicaid may be able to take part in the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). With CHIP, your co-payments for doctor visits and prescriptions are based on family size and income; most are under $10.

You can apply for CHIP in several ways:

*Apply online with the TexCare e-Z Application

*Call toll-free 1-877-KIDS-NOW (877-543-7669) Monday through Friday 8:00am – 8:00pm Central time

*Fax your completed application and required information to 1-877-542-5951

*Mail your completed application and required information to:

Texas Health and Human Services Commission
P.O. Box 14200
Midland, TX 79711-9901