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How to Apply for Medicaid and CHIP - Step by Step

You and your family might be able to receive free or low-cost health care through the Texas Medicaid (STAR) and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). …

Choosing a Medicaid Plan for Your Family

You applied for Texas Medicaid. Your application was approved. You are one step closer to better health for yourself and your family. But there are a few more steps you need to take. We’ve listed them here to help you get started right away. …

Texas Medicaid FAQ

Texas Medicaid FAQ: Everything you need to know about applying for Medicaid in Texas. Taking care of your physical and mental health is important. Health insurance helps many people stay healthy by making their care more affordable.…

Member Benefits Spotlight: Breast Pumps for New Moms

A breast pump can be a helpful tool for new moms who are breastfeeding. It allows you to collect your breast milk at any time of day and store it for later use. If you are a member of Parkland Community Health Plan, you can get a breast pump with a prescription from your provider.…

Member Benefits Spotlight: Access to Care

Getting regular care is an important way to stay healthy. Parkland Community Health Plan offers several benefits and services that make it easier to access the care you need. NEMT benefits are available to all HEALTHfirst (STAR Medicaid) members. Services include no-cost rides to and from the doctor, dentist, hospital, drugstore, or other Medicaid service providers. …

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) – What you need to know about this member benefit

Parkland Community Health Plan offers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to HEALTHfirst (STAR Medicaid) members diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This benefit is available through the Texas Health Steps-Comprehensive Care Program. See below for some common questions about these services.…

Redeem Your Parkland Rewards

If you have a Parkland Rewards account, be sure to redeem your 2024-2025 points before August 31, 2025.…

Register for Our Member Portal and Get a Reward!

Did you know that Parkland Community Health Plan members can receive a $20 reward when they register in our NEW member portal?…

Top Medicaid Benefits for Children and Pregnant Women

Medicaid has a long list of services to help you—and your family—stay healthy and well. Just a few examples of benefits are dental care, allergy medicine, vaccinations (shots), birth control, hearing tests, rides to the doctor and more! …

Get Important Medicaid Updates through YourTexasBenefits.com

If you have a HEALTHfirst (STAR Medicaid) or KIDSfirst (CHIP) plan, it’s important to make sure that Texas Health & Human Services (HHSC) has your current contact information on file. If the information is not current, you will miss important updates regarding the expiration of your healthcare coverage. …

Looking for Easy and Convenient Access to Care? Try Telehealth.

Parkland Community Health Plan (PCHP) offers telehealth services at no cost for all HEALTHfirst and KIDSfirst members age 0-21. This includes easy and convenient access to pediatricians through a partnership with telehealth provider KidzDocNow.…

Texas Medicaid Renewal FAQs

All Medicaid members must submit a renewal application every 12 months to continue receiving benefits. See below for some common questions and answers about Medicaid renewal.…

Is It Time to Renew Your Benefits? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Are you a current Medicaid or CHIP member? If so, you must renew your coverage every 12 months to keep your benefits. Renewing takes less time than submitting a new application – but it’s still…

Need Help Understanding Your Health Plan? Ask a Member Advocate.

Healthcare can be complicated and full of confusing words and definitions. Member Advocates are here to help you understand your coverage and take a more active role in your own health. When you feel comfortable asking questions and sharing your concerns with your provider, it can lead to better care.…

How to Protect Your Child's Vision

Just like adults in your family, babies and children can have problems with their vision. The good news is that most of these problems can be treated. Paying close attention to your child’s eyesight is the first step. The second step is to schedule vision screenings and eye exams.…

Medicaid Renewals are Coming. Here’s What You Need to Know.

Members will get renewal notices in a yellow envelope marked "ACTION REQUIRED" in red ink. When you receive the packet, complete and return it within 30 days. If you miss the renewal deadline, you will have to submit a new application. It’s much faster to renew your coverage than to submit a new application.…

Texas Medicaid For Unemployment

Have you lost your job recently? If so, you may have lost your health insurance as well. While you’re searching for a new job – and a new health plan – one option to consider is Medicaid.…

PCHP Explains: What is Service Coordination?

Managing your family’s care can be a challenge, especially when you’re dealing with several health issues. PCHP offers a service coordination program to help members manage their care. …

Need some extra support? Try Findhelp.

Findhelp is a social service organization that directly connects people to local programs and organizations offering assistance. Use the Findhelp directory to find free help near you. It’s convenient and easy to use, and all searches are anonymous – you don’t need to log in or sign up before using the site.…

Why COVID Vaccines Are Important for Minority Health

Have you had your no-cost COVID vaccine and boosters? It’s just as important as ever to get your COVID shots—especially if you are a member of a minority group. Read more here. …

Free Car Seats, Free Safety Checks—and More!

Free car seats are just one of many Value-Added Services for pregnant women and new moms enrolled in our STAR Medicaid or CHIP insurance plan.…

Should I Go to the Emergency Room or to My Doctor?

Dr. Silva gives easy step-by-step instructions on how to make this important decision when you or a loved one is sick or injured.…

No-Cost Birth Control—Where to Find It

Do you need no-cost birth control pills, diaphragms, condoms, or other family planning services? If you live in North Texas, here are two options to consider.…

You’ve applied for Medicaid or CHIP. Should you apply for the Marketplace, too?

When you apply for Medicaid or CHIP, you might wait up to 45 days before learning if your application is approved. If you do not get approved, it’s good to have a backup plan. Getting coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace is one way to plan ahead. …

Need a Ride to the Doctor? PCHP May Be Able to Help

Have you ever missed a doctor visit because you didn’t have a way to get there? PCHP offers non-emergency medical transportation to all HEALTHfirst (STAR Medicaid) members.…

Healthy Food Isn’t Out of Reach

You may be receiving Medicaid benefits through the State of Texas. But did you know that you can also get help buying healthy food when you need it?…

COVID-19 and Mental Health Services – Are You Covered?

We’ve all had to make a lot of changes to our daily lives since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Many people are feeling overwhelmed – and not just about the virus. If you need to seek help for mental health treatment, Parkland Community Health Plan has you covered. …

COVID-19 and Medicaid: What to Know About Testing and Other Services

It’s been one year since COVID-19 first came to the United States. The number of infections is getting lower, but new cases are still being reported every day. The good news is that getting a COVID…

FAQ About the COVID-19 Vaccine

Why should I get the COVID-19 vaccine? A COVID-19 vaccine helps protect you from getting sick. That’s important because, if you get sick with COVID-19:there’s no way to know how it will affect you.…

How to Choose a Medicaid Plan for Your Family

You applied for Texas Medicaid. Your application was approved. And that’s great news. You are one step closer to better health for yourself and your family. But there are a few more steps you need …

Extended Access to Care for COVID-19

We are expanding your access to care, support and resources to help you navigate through this uncertain time. We are committed to making every effort to protect your health by keeping you safe in your home while still enabling you to get the right care.…