What Does it Cost?

Accessible Healthcare For All

We are committed to supporting low-income families in accessing high-quality healthcare. We offer comprehensive coverage with fees based on income and family size. All programs ensure you receive essential care while keeping expenses manageable.

STAR & STAR Kids:

STAR and STAR Kids are no-cost programs managed by Medicaid. 
There are no premiums and cost sharing.

CHIP:

Premiums:

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Sign-up fees range from $0 - $50 a year for all the children in the family.

CHIP Co-pay fees:

You do not have to pay an enrollment fee or co-pay if you are:
  • Native American
  • Alaskan Native
  • A CHIP Perinate member
  • Mother of a CHIP Perinate newborn
You do not have to pay a co-pay for a:
  • Well-baby checkup
  • Well-child checkup
  • Preventative checkup
  • Pregnancy-related services
Federal Poverty Levels*Office Visits
(non-preventative)
Non-ER VisitsPrescription
Brand Drugs
Prescription
Generic Drugs
Facility Co-Pay,
Inpatient
Yearly
Reporting Caps* 
Native Americans$0$0$0$0$0$0
At or Below 151%$5$5$5$0$355% cap of family yearly income
Above 151% - 185%$20$75$35$10$755% cap of family yearly income
Above 186% - 201%$20$75$35$10$1255% cap of family yearly income

*The federal poverty level (FPL) refers to income guidelines established annually by the federal government.
** Per 12-month term of coverage.

Am I Eligible?

Check your family’s size and income 
to verify program qualifications.

What Does it Cost?

See how costs vary based on the program and eligibility.

How Do I Enroll?

Follow our step-by-step enrollment guide.

View Guide

Application Assistance

Do you need help with the enrollment process?

Complete this form and a Member Services representative will contact you to assist.
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