Health Sciences Information

Health Insurance

Health Insurance is required for Clinical Participation

All Health Sciences students must provide proof of active health insurance coverage before beginning their first clinical course. This requirement is established by our clinical education partners and helps ensure students are protected while participating in patient
care environments.

Please note that this requirement is separate from the accident insurance provided by the college. Health insurance coverage must remain active throughout the duration of clinical participation. Each program will provide specific deadlines and instructions for submitting proof of insurance.

Types of Health Insurance Coverage Required

Health Sciences students must maintain major medical health insurance coverage that includes access to a full range of healthcare services. This ensures students are protected in the event of illness or injury while participating in clinical education experiences.

To meet the requirements of our clinical education partners, your health insurance plan should provide coverage for the following types of care:

What if I do not have Health Insurance?

Students who do not currently have health insurance must obtain coverage BEFORE their clinical start date. Several organizations in Central Texas provide free assistance with enrolling in affordable health insurance plans.

Get help finding a plan

Required: Health Insurance for Clinical Placement

Apply for Health Insurance Coverage

Submit Proof of Insurance

Once coverage is obtained, students must submit documentation showing their name, insurance provider, and effective coverage dates. Submission instructions and deadlines will be provided by individual programs.

Health Insurance Documentation Requirement

Students must submit documentation verifying active health insurance coverage prior to the start of clinical placement and maintain coverage throughout all clinical rotations.

If the Student’s Name Appears on the Insurance Card

If the student’s name appears on the insurance card, submission of a copy of the insurance card is sufficient. Students must submit copies of both the front and back of the insurance card.

If the Student’s Name Does Not Appear on the Insurance Card

If a student is covered as a dependent under a parent, spouse, or guardian and the student’s name does not appear on the insurance card, the student must submit:

1. A copy of the insurance card (front and back)
2. Documentation from the insurance provider verifying the student is covered under the policy.

Acceptable Verification Documents

Acceptable documentation verifying coverage may include:

• Certificate of Coverage
• Member Verification Letter

Supplemental: Community Health & Assistance Programs

These resources are provided for general informational purposes only and may offer limited or eligibility-based healthcare services. They do not typically meet the comprehensive health insurance requirements for clinical placement. Students are responsible for obtaining major medical insurance that meets all program requirements.

• Healthy Texas Women provides free or low-cost women’s health and family planning services for eligible individuals
  ^{–not comprehensive insurance coverage}
• InsureKidsNow.gov helps families find Medicaid/CHIP options for children
  ^{–not general student insurance}
• Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) provides services specifically for musicians
  ^{–very niche eligibility}
• TrueHeart Hospice is a healthcare service provider
  ^{–not an insurance resource}