Phone
Member Services (210) 358-6300
Claims (210) 358-6200
Health Service Management (210) 358-6050
Mailing
12238 Silicon Drive, Suite 100
San Antonio, TX 78249
What is CHIP Perinatal?
CHIP Perinatal provides free prenatal care for the unborn child. Upon delivery, the child will receive most of the health care benefits available under the traditional CHIP program.
Who qualifies for CHIP Perinatal?
Any uninsured pregnant woman can apply. If you are not eligible for Medicaid because of your income or immigration status, you may qualify for CHIP Perinatal.
What are some of the benefits of the program?
Up to 20 perinatal visits
Prescriptions such as prenatal vitamins
Labor with delivery of the child depending on your income, some women may be asked to apply for Emergency Medicaid to cover their hospital stay.
Two postpartum visits for the mother after the baby is born
Regular check-ups, immunizations and prescriptions for the baby after the baby left the hospital.
What services are not covered?
A mother's hospital visit for services not related to labor with delivery, such as a broken arm or false labor.
Specialty care for the mother, such as care for asthma, heart conditions, mental health or substance abuse.
