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Texas Health Steps (EPSDT)

Run by Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), a state agency

Free preventive medical, dental, and case management checkups for children and youth under age 21 enrolled in Texas Medicaid. Covers well child visits, immunizations, vision and hearing screenings, dental cleanings, lab work, and developmental and mental health assessments. Reminders are mailed when checkups are due.

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Who it's for

  • Texas Medicaid recipients from birth to age 21. Automatic eligibility once enrolled in Medicaid. No additional application required.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at hhs.texas.gov

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Texas Health Steps (EPSDT) is one option. What else may help?

Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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