Title: CHIP Perinatal FAQs | Texas Health and Human Services
Headings: CHIP Perinatal FAQs
CHIP Perinatal FAQs
The Basics
The Application
Enrollment Information
Hospital Reimbursement

Content: What are the benefits once the child is born? Two postpartum visits for the mother. Once a child is discharged from the initial hospital admission, the child receives the traditional CHIP benefit package, or Medicaid, depending on their income. CHIP or Medicaid benefits include regular checkups, immunizations and prescriptions for the baby after he or she leaves the hospital. Depending on income, the newborn may get Medicaid from birth to their 1st birthday. Most CHIP perinatal infants qualify for Medicaid. If the baby is eligible to get Medicaid, the mother will receive a letter and Form H3038-P, CHIP Perinatal - Emergency Medical Services Certification, in the mail before delivery. What services are not covered? CHIP perinatal provides a basic prenatal care package. Participating health plans will distribute a provider manual that includes covered and non-covered (excluded) benefits.