Free & Low-Cost Healthcare in Texas
5.4M people in Texas are uninsured (18.0% uninsured rate). Texas has not expanded Medicaid, which means many low-income adults fall into a coverage gap.
764+
Community Health Centers
18.0%
Uninsured Rate
No
Medicaid Expanded
Coverage Programs in Texas
- Texas Medicaid (limited eligibility)
- CHIP (Children's Health Insurance)
- Harris Health Gold Card (Harris County)
- Parkland Financial Assistance (Dallas County)
Top Community Health Centers
Community Health Choice
Houston, TX
Primary CareDentalBehavioral Health
Lone Star Circle of Care
Georgetown, TX
Primary CareDentalWomen's HealthPharmacy
Parkland Health
Dallas, TX
Primary CareSpecialty CareTraumaMental Health
Sliding Scale Fees
Texas has not expanded Medicaid, so FQHCs serve a larger uninsured population. Sliding scale fees are typically based on family size and income. At or below 100% FPL, many FQHCs offer free primary care visits.
Prescription Savings in Texas
- 340B Drug Pricing at FQHC pharmacies (40-60% discount)
- Texas Rx Card — free prescription discount card
- GoodRx and Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs
- NeedyMeds database for manufacturer assistance
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