Frequently Asked Questions

CHIP helps families who earn too much money to qualify for Medicaid, but can't afford to buy private insurance. Families pay premiums and cost-sharing based on their income for doctor visits, prescription drugs, and emergency care.

CHIP Perinatal Program provides prenatal care for the unborn children of low-income pregnant women that do not qualify for Medicaid.

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HHSC has oversight responsibilities for Health and Human Services, and administers certain health and human services programs including the Texas Medicaid Program, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Medicaid waste, fraud, and abuse investigations.

HHSC Main Contact Information 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission 
4900 North Lamar Blvd. 
Austin, Texas 78751

Website: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us 
Phone: 512-424-6500 
Complaints: 1-877-787-8999

HHSC Programs