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Health Insurance

Proof of health insurance for all Health Sciences students is required before beginning the first clinical course, consistent with the requirements of our clinical education partners. With the increasing risks of providing patient care, it is necessary for you to be protected. This coverage is in addition to the accident insurance provided by the college. Each program will provide specific information related to their deadlines.

Health Insurance Coverage must be Major Medical Insurance and it must include:

Primary care
Specialty care
Urgent care

Emergency room
Hospital inpatient services
Ambulatory/outpatient services

Proof of insurance will be verified at the beginning of each semester by submitting a copy of your insurance card. Verification of coverage from the provider will also be required if the name on the card does not match (e. g. covered under a parent’s policy).

Students are required to keep the policy current for the entire duration of the semester and notify the program faculty if changes occur. Students who are out of compliance will be unable to attend clinical.

Medi-share, MAP basic, and other similar plans will not be accepted. After careful review and further consultation with the clinical agencies, it has been determined those plans do not meet the criteria of the clinical agencies.

Health Insurance Resources

General Resources

Foundation Communities Health Coverage Program

This free, non-profit, one-stop shop, resource offers navigators to help research available major medical insurance plans. This website also includes links to affordable housing. Information is available in English and Spanish. Appointments held in-person or virtually.

Medicaid

Prescreening Tool: Answer some basic questions in the prescreening tool to find which benefits and support services you might be able to get.

Marketplace Health Insurance

For individuals who do not qualify for Medicaid.

Health Benefits through a variety of county programs:

Central Health – Medical Access Program (MAP) / español

Health coverage program people with low income.
Travis County. Please note that effective Fall 2024, the MAP Basic insurance is not accepted. Only the MAP (non Basic) is accepted.