Important Update Actualización importante:

Good news! All CHIP, STAR, and STAR Kids Member Handbooks are now available online. Quick, easy access to your benefits and coverage information - any time!

¡Buenas noticias! Todos los manuales para miembros de CHIP, STAR y STAR Kids ya están disponibles en línea. Obtén acceso rápido y sencillo a la información sobre tus beneficios y cobertura, ¡en cualquier momento!

Medicaid Preferred Drug List and Formulary Changes Cambios en el formulario y la lista de medicamentos preferidos de Medicaid

The Vendor Drug Program (VDP) made changes to the Texas Medicaid drug formulary effective July 24, 2026. To learn more about formulary changes impacted, please click here for more information.

El programa de medicamentos de proveedores de Texas (VDP) ha realizado cambios recientes en el formulario de medicamentos de Medicaid de Texas. Esto entrará en vigencia el 24 de julio de 2026. Para obtener más información sobre los cambios en el formulario afectados, visite el siguiente enlace para obtener más información.

24-Hour Nurse Help Line

Description:

Don’t feel well? Our registered nurses are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to offer you advice with symptoms, understand doctor’s instructions, and recommendations for treatment.

How do I claim my extra benefit?

Just call Texas Children’s Health Plan’s 24-Hour Nurse Help Line toll-free at 1-800-686-3831. If you are having a medical emergency, please call 911 for assistance.

Who is eligible?

CHIP, STAR, and STAR Kids members.

What service area is this benefit available in?

Harris, Jefferson, and Northeast service areas.

*Restrictions and limitations may apply and vary by plan, including but not limited to age, gender and covered benefits by program. Extra benefits valid during the eligible year (September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027). Full disclaimer information can be found at https://bit.ly/3RA3EEH