Information for Families:
Renewal Process

The renewal packet contains an application pre-populated with the family’s basic information and a letter requesting an update on current income and expenses (deductions) as well as verification of that information. The family needs to:

  • Review the information on the renewal application
  • Update any information as necessary
  • Attach current income and deduction verifications
  • Sign and date the application
  • Review health plan options, if applicable
  • Return the renewal application and verification documents by the due date

Once CHIP receives the renewal application and verification documents, staff determine if the children in the family continue to qualify for CHIP or if a referral to Medicaid is necessary. If a child is referred to Medicaid, CHIP notifies the family of the referral and HHSC staff determines the child’s eligibility for Medicaid. If the child is eligible, the Medicaid coverage begins the month following the last month of CHIP coverage.

When children continue to qualify for CHIP, the family receives a letter stating what the coverage start date will be if the enrollment fee is received by the due date on that letter. Any delay in paying the enrollment fee by the due date could result in a break in coverage.