Welcome to the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) CHIP Plan

BCBSTX has been around for over 80 years, and it is the largest provider of health benefits in the state of Texas. We have served CHIP members in the Travis Service Area since 2012. A list of the counties we serve can be found below. Learn more about CHIP Plan benefits.

Are you eligible?

Does your child need health insurance? Uninsured children may be able to get care through the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) designed CHIP to help eligible people with paying for commercial health insurance.

BCBSTX serves CHIP members in the Travis service area which includes these counties: Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee, Travis and Williamson.

How to join

News & Events

Nov. 08, 2019 – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) covers flu vaccines for members ages six months and older when they visit their PCP or an in-network provider. BCBSTX members age seven and older can also visit an in-network pharmacy to get a flu shot at no cost. Flu shots must be received by Apr. 1, 2020.
Read more about the Value-Added Services offered to BCBSTX CHIP members, effective Sept. 1, 2019 through Aug. 31, 2020.
View our Member and Community Events, and learn about upcoming Community Advisory Committee meetings .
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas is happy to announce its partnership with Aunt Bertha . Enter your zip code on the Aunt Bertha home page to find helpful programs and services in your area.

Need Assistance?

If you have questions about BCBSTX CHIP plan benefits or plan details, please contact customer service.

Find a Doctor or Hospital

As a Texas CHIP member, you have access to many providers in Texas. Our Provider Finder^® makes it easy to search for providers in your area.

Provider Fraud

The State of Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) would like your help in ensuring providers do not commit acts that are not allowed. Read more from the HHSC.

Learn about provider fraud and how to report it.

Provider Finder

Plan Details

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas CHIP program will work with you so you get the benefits and services you need. You’ll have help coordinating your medical care. You’ll also have access to local providers, resources and programs. Staying healthy is your goal. It’s our goal, too.

View Plan Details

CHIP Perinatal Coverage

The CHIP Perinatal program provides medical coverage for eligible pregnant women. Learn more about CHIP Perinate and the services BCBSTX offers for pregnant women.

View CHIP Perinatal Coverage