Mental Health and Substance Use Services for Adult Members

CHIP Value-Added Services 

On top of the standard benefits, Driscoll Health Plan offers CHIP members a wide range of value-added services. From classes to gift cards, there is a special reward waiting for everyone in the family. We care about our members, and we hope it shows.

*Restrictions and/or limitations apply. Extra services are valid from September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025.

Type of Benefit Description of Benefit Restrictions and/or Limitation
Gift Programs
Download Checkup Brochure PDF
$20 gift card for completing four on-time newborn Well-Child checkups.

Must have four of the following Well-Child checkups:

  • 3 to 5 days
  • 2 weeks
  • 4 months
  • 6 months
  • 9 months
Gift Programs $20 gift card for completing a 12 and 15 month Well-Child checkup.

Must have the following Well-Child checkups:

  • 12 months
  • 15 months
Gift Programs $20 gift card for completing a yearly Well-Child checkup.
  • Ages 2 to 19
Behavioral Health $25 gift card for completing a mental health follow-up.
  • Ages 6 years and older
  • Follow-up must be with a mental health practitioner
  • Must be within 7 days of discharge from in-patient mental health hospital
Extra help for pregnant members $25 gift card for completing a prenatal checkup.
  • Must be within the first trimester or within 42 days of joining DHP
  • One gift card per member, per pregnancy
Extra help for pregnant members $50 gift card for completing a postpartum checkup.
  • Must be within 7-84 days of delivery
  • One gift card per member, per pregnancy

Extra help for pregnant members

For a listing of our baby showers and parenting classes, visit:

Get Ready for Baby

Classes may be available at select locations, in person or virtual.

$100 gift card for completing a DHP Get Ready for Baby educational baby shower.
  • One gift card per member, per pregnancy
Extra help for pregnant members $20 gift card for completing a parenting class.
  • Must attend within 120 days of delivery
  • One gift card per member, per pregnancy
Extra help for pregnant members $20 gift card for completing a home visit.
  • Moms must call to schedule a home visit
  • Visit must be within 60 days of delivery
  • Moms will complete a postnatal screening upon completion of class
Extra help for pregnant members $20 gift card for completing a Pregnancy Health Risk Assessment (HRA).
  • Must be a new pregnant member
  • Must complete the Pregnancy HRA
Extra help for pregnant members One year membership of SHIPT grocery delivery service for high-risk pregnant members.
  • Must be identified as high-risk pregnancy
Extra help for pregnant members Nutritional counseling with a nutritionist.
  • Must not qualify for other nutritional counseling programs
  • Must be a pregnant member
Extra help for pregnant members Lactation consultation
  • Must complete within 60 days of delivery
  • Up to 2 sessions per pregnancy
Health and Wellness

$50 gift card for joining a health and wellness program.

Includes:

  • Sports program
  • Gym membership
  • 5k race
  • Dance class
  • Art class
  • Yoga class
  • Music lessons
  • One gift card per member, per year
  • Must submit the receipt as proof of participation

Health and Wellness Gift Card Form

Healthy Play and Exercise Programs Boys & Girls Club membership.
  • Ages 6 to 18
  • Membership offered on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Locations include: Alice, Beeville, Corpus Christi, Kingsville, Robstown, and Victoria
Sports or School Physicals One sports or school physical.
  • Ages 4 to 18
  • One physical per member, per year
Transportation

Rides to any local health-related visit or appointment.

Includes:

  • Doctor appointments
  • Therapy appointments
  • Specialty appointments
  • Social Security Administration office
  • DHP sponsored events
  • Must be within the Nueces service area
  • Must be within a 25-mile radius, or upon approval
  • Request for a ride must be made two days prior to the visit
  • Up to 5 riders including DHP member and parent or attendant
  • Visits outside of Driscoll network or service area requires prior authorization by DHP
  • More Transportation Information
Gift Programs Up to $75 in gift cards for completing a DHP or Case Management educational program.

Classes may be available in person or virtual

  • Must be registered for classes
  • Must not be related to any other VAS
Behavioral Health Up to $60 in gift cards for completing a Triple P session.
  • One $20 gift card per class, up to three gift cards per family
  • Must be enrolled in Triple P session
  • Must complete each Triple P class
  • Must complete one age group per level
  • Limited to two different levels

Triple P Information

Gift Programs $25 gift card when you get a COVID-19 vaccine.
  • Up to two gift cards per year
  • Must submit a copy of the vaccination card

COVID-19 Vaccination Verification Form

COVID-19 Information

Gift Programs $20 gift card for completing a Kids in Safety Seats class.
  • Must complete a Kids in Safety Seats class
  • One gift card per family
Health and Wellness One activity tracker for weight management.
  • Ages 10 to 18
  • Must meet medical criteria
  • Must complete the physical fitness modules
Health and Wellness Lice removal treatment
  • Up to three visits per year
  • PCP referral is required
  • Participating clinics only
  • May treat family members if DHP member qualifies for treatment

Head Lice Flyer PDF

Help for members with Diabetes Resistance bands
  • Ages 7 and older
  • Must meet medical criteria
  • Must be enrolled in case management
  • One set per member, per year
Gift Programs Menstrual cycle kit
  • Up to three kits per year
  • Member must request kit
Gift Programs Educational braille learning kit
  • Ages 0 to 5
  • Must meet medical criteria
  • One per member, per year
Nurse Advice Line Nurse Advice Line available 24 hours, 7 days a week.  
Vision $150 allowance towards frames, lenses, or contact lenses every 2 years.
  • Ages 2 to 18
  • Limited to members who need glasses
Asthma $20 gift card after five months of continuous asthma controller medication refills.  
  • Must meet medical criteria
  • Refills must be continuous
Asthma A set of hypoallergenic pillow and bed covers.
  • Must meet medical criteria
  • One set per member, per year
Asthma One-time sponsorship to Camp Easy Breathers.
  • Ages 7 to 14
  • Offered on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Must meet medical criteria
  • One sponsorship per member, per lifetime

Click here to learn more about Camp Easy Breathers

Health and Wellness One first aid kit per family.
  • Ages 2 to 5
  • Must be a new member
Over-the-Counter Benefits $50 gift card for over-the-counter items.

Ages 6 to 15 months

  • Must have 6 months of continuous eligibility
  • Must have completed two Well-Child checkups within 6 months
  • Must download and register in the DHP Mobile App

Ages 13 to 18 years

  • Must have 6 months of continuous eligibility
  • Must have completed one Well-Child checkup within 12 months
  • Must download and register in the DHP Mobile App
Over-the-Counter Benefits $50 reimbursement for over-the-counter products to stop smoking and vaping.
  • Ages 13 to 18
  • One lifetime reimbursement
  • Only for products not covered by the Pharmacy Benefits Manager
  • Must submit proof of purchase
Over-the-Counter Benefits Up to 20% discount on over-the-counter items at the Driscoll Children’s Hospital Pharmacy.
  • Must show your DHP member ID card
  • CHIP covered benefits are not included

Wellness Program

$50 gift card for participation in a health and wellness program

COVID Vaccine

$25 gift card  for getting a COVID-19 vaccine

Resources

CHIP Frequently Asked Questions

Your Primary Care Provider or another doctor is available by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you get sick at night or on the weekend, you can call your Primary Care Provider’s office number for help. The office will have an answering service or message on how to contact your Primary Care Provider. Your Primary Care Provider should return your call within 30 minutes.  

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You must take your DHP ID Card. Bring a list of medicines you are taking, including any herbal supplements. A list of health concerns. Medical records if you are a new patient. 

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You may choose a Perinatal Provider from the DHP Provider Directory or you can get help picking a Perinatal Provider by calling Driscoll Health Plan Member Services at 1-877-451-5598. 

If you go to a Provider that is not in DHP's network, you might have to pay the bill. 

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You can change your Perinatal Provider by calling Member Services at 1-877-451-5598.  

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You should be able to get an appointment for routine care within two weeks. If you have had problems with previous pregnancies, or if you are more than seven months pregnant, you should be given an appointment within five days of the request.

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Need more help? Call 1-877-324-7543

Claim Your Reward

Wellness 
Program

$50 gift card for participation in a health and wellness program

COVID 
Vaccine

$25 gift card  for getting a COVID-19 vaccine

Online Driver's
Education Class

$75 gift card for completing a driver’s education program

Nutrition & Educational Classes

Up to $75 in gift cards for completing in-person or virtual DHP classes

How to Apply

First, check to see if you qualify. Next, create a member login and complete the online application. If you have any questions, our staff is happy to help. 
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