STAR Kids Value Added Services

Non Emergency Medical Transportation

• One round trip per month. Rides can be to classes, WIC offices, Member events, grocery stores, job interviews, and other types of assistance.
• Additional riders if the Member/LAR cannot make other arrangements.

How to access:

Call MTM Health: 1-844-572-8195

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

48 hours advance notice is required

Extra Vision Services

$125 value for eyeglass frames/lenses or $100 for contact lenses/fitting fees per year.

How to access:

Value Added Service will be through NVA (National Vision Administrators) 1-877-236-0661.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Replacements are not covered
• Members must use in-network providers

Please note: At this time, this Value-Added Service (VAS) benefit is not redeemable at Walmart locations.

Over-the-Counter Gift Card

$30 gift card per household for over-the counter products every three months for pregnant Members 21 years of age and older, upon request. Items include but are not limited to:

• Pain and Fever reducers
• Allergy sprays and gels o Cold and Flu products
• First Aid Supplies
• Thermometers
• Acid Reducers
• Cough drops and
• Eye drops

*Excluding covered benefits.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Excludes Medicaid covered products

Discount on over-the-counter products

• 15% discount on over-the-counter products purchased at Cook Children’s Pharmacy. Items include but are not limited to:
  • Pain and Fever reducers
  • Allergy sprays and gels
  • Cold and Flu products
  • First Aid Supplies
  • Thermometers
  • Acid Reducers
  • Cough drops and
  • Eye drops

*Excluding Medicaid covered benefits.

How to access:

Members must present CCHP ID card at time of purchase.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

Discount excludes Medicaid covered products.

Car Seat Class

Car seat class for mothers of Members under the age of 1 year. A free car seat will be given after completion of the class.

How to access:

Please register here.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

Member should be pregnant or have a child under 1 year of age.

Texas Health Steps Gift Card Rewards

• $25 gift card for members age 2 to 20 years who complete a Texas Health Steps well visit per year.
• $25 gift card for members completing a checkup at 2 weeks of age.
• $25 gift card for members completing a checkup at 2 months of age.
• $25 gift card for members completing a checkup at 4 months of age.
• $25 gift card for members completing a checkup at 6 months of age.
• $25 gift card for members completing a checkup at 9 months of age.
• $25 gift card for members completing a checkup at 12 months of age.
• $25 gift card for members completing a checkup at 15 months of age.
• $25 gift card for members completing a checkup at 18 months of age.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Flu Vaccine

$25 gift card for Members ages 6 months or older who obtain the flu shot.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Must provide proof of completion
• Date of service must be within the current state fiscal year
• Gift card will expire 2 months after Member’s end date

Extra Help for School Supplies

$50 one-time gift card for school supplies when Member complete required Meningococcal, TDAP, and HPV immunizations. 

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Member must be ages 9 to 13 years
• Member must be enrolled with CCHP for a minimum of 6 months

Bathtub Kneeling Pad

CCHP will provide a one-time bathtub kneeling pad.

How to access:

Please contact Member Services at 1-800-964-2247 to request.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• One pad per household
• Members must be between 0 months to 3 years of age.

GED Reward

One-time $25 gift card for Members 17 years and over who enroll and complete a GED class.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Members must be 17 years and over
• Must provide proof of completion
• Date of service must be within the current state fiscal year

Extra Help for Utilities Set Up Fees

$50 towards utilities set up fees (water, gas, or electricity).

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• One household per family for members who complete the Initial Health Needs Screening (IHNS).
• Each member within a household must complete the IHNS within 30 days of enrollment.
• Proof of payment is required.

Extra Help for Housing Deposit Fee

$125 towards housing deposit fee for house, apartment or hotel for one household per family for members who complete the Initial Health Needs Screening (IHNS). Each member within a household must complete the IHNS within 30 days of enrollment.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Each member within a household must complete the IHNS within 30 days of enrollment.
• Proof of payment is required.

Dental Cleaning Gift Card Reward

$10 gift card for completing 1 dental cleaning annually.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Members 4 to 9 years of age
• Complete annual dental cleaning
• Member will submit proof of dental cleaning visit

COVID-19 Vaccine/Booster Gift Card Reward

$10 gift card for members ages 6 months and up who receive a COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot. Proof of vaccine required within 30 days of receipt of vaccine.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Members ages 6 months and up
• Proof of vaccination is required.

HPV Vaccine Gift Card Reward

$25 gift card for Members ages 9-13 years who obtain the HPV vaccine.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Extra Help for Diapers and/or Wipes

$50 Gift card used towards the purchase of diapers and/or wipes for members ages 0-5 years.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Members must be between 0-5 years of age.
• Parent/guardian must attend parenting class offered by CCHP.
• One per household per year

Notary Services Fee

Up to $25 reimbursement per year for Notary Services to certify authorization given to act as LAR for Member. Proof of payment is required within 30 days of service

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Proof of payment is required, you may submit by emailing us at CCHPCustomerSvc@cookchildrens.org

MyCookChildren's Activation

$20 gift card for Members who activate a new Member Portal account. Must also complete IHNS assessment.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Must be a new activation
• Must also complete IHNS assessment
• Activation must be after September 1, 2026

Sensory Product Gift Program

$25 gift card to purchase a sensory product such as weighted blanket, noise cancelling headphones for members in the IDD waiver risk group for ages 2 to 21 who complete one Texas Health Steps well visit per year.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Member must be in IDD waiver risk group
• Member must complete an annual Texas Health Steps well visit
• Member must be between 2 and 20 years of age

Water Safety Course

Lifeguard Your Child (Water Safety) is a virtual course for drowning prevention available for parents or guardians of Members ages 0-4 years. As a reward, you can receive a water watcher tag and educational brochure after completing the course. Click here to learn more.

How to access:

Members must email the Lifeguard Your Child course organizer to register. Email organizer here.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

For members ages 0-4 years.

Gift Card Reward for Gynecological Visit

$25 gift card for gynecological visit for females 16 years and older who had cervical cytology, cervical high risk human papilloma virus (hrHPV) testing, cervical cytology/hrHPV co-testing, or chlamydia screening.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Members must be 16 years of age and older
• Eligible every 12 months

Specialized Therapy Reimbursement

Up to $100 reimbursement per year for Specialized Therapy such as massage, recreational, play, music, aquatic, hypnotherapy, equine, or auditory enhancement training.

How to access:

Proof of payment can be submitted by emailing us at CCHPCustomerSvc@cookchildrens.org.

Virtual Education Session Rewards

$25 gift card for members who attend 3 Cook Children’s Health Plan virtual education sessions.

How to access:

Classes are located on our Value Added Services page under CCHP Education Sessions.

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• VAS can be requested twice per year.
• Screenshot of completed video must be sent in through mycookchildrens.org or emailed to CCHPCustomerSvc@cookchildrens.org

Virtual Renewal Application Assistance

Cook Children’s Health Plan would like to assist you with the renewal of your benefits. A virtual home visit will be scheduled to assist you through the renewal application process and answer questions.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

LAR/Member will have to be between 50-60 days of renewal.

YMCA Membership

YMCA Family (Up to 2 adults + all dependents) Membership for 30 days at no cost.

How to access:

Member must register at the YMCA Arlington Mansfield location:

7120 S. Cooper St
Arlington, TX 76001
(817) 419-9629

Boys and Girls Club

Access to the Boys and Girls club where available, at no cost to Members 6 to 18 years of age.

How to access:

• Member must present CCHP ID card to register.
• To find a location: https://bgcgtc.org/
• Members can call the main line to register or for any questions, call 817-834-4711.
• Members must be between 6-18 years of age.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Member must be mobile

Camp Enrollment Gift Program

Up to $200 per member per enrollment year towards the enrollment of a day or night camp approved by The American Camp Association. This is above what is already covered for MDCP members.

How to access:

Proof of payment can be submitted by emailing us at CCHPCustomerSvc@cookchildrens.org.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• One reimbursement per enrollment year
• Member will be responsible for the balance of the camp total

Extracurricular Activities

$30 gift card for Members ages 12 to 18 per school year for participating in an extracurricular activity, school sport or school club. Proof of participation is required..

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• One activity per school year
• Proof of participation is required

Blood Pressure Self Monitoring Program

Four month program that includes personalized consultations and nutrition seminars with a Healthy Heart Ambassador.

How to access:

Member must register at the YMCA Arlington and Mansfield location.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

Own a valid cell phone

Lifestyle Change Program

16 week program for child and caregiver to address childhood obesity. The program focuses on healthy eating, regular physical activity and behavior change to empower children to live a healthier and active lifestyle.

How to access:

Member must register at the YMCA Arlington and Mansfield location.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

Member must be between 7 to 13 years of age.

Reimbursement for Pest Control Services

$50 per year for pest control services for Members with a chronic respiratory condition enrolled in the asthma disease management program and/or in service coordination.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Member must be enrolled in Asthma Disease Program and/or Service Coordination.
• Member must provide proof of payment.

Extra Help for Members Diagnosed with Asthma

• Up to $100 per year for Members with an asthma diagnosis and enrolled in the Asthma Disease Management Program for:
• Pillow covers/mattress covers
• Vent cleaning
• Deep carpet cleaning
• One peak flow meter and holding chamber or spacer. 

How to access:

Proof of payment can be submitted by emailing us at CCHPCustomerSvc@cookchildrens.org.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Member must be enrolled in Asthma Disease Program and/or service coordination
• Member must provide proof of payment.

HEPA Filter Vacuum

• $125 towards a HEPA filter vacuum for Members enrolled in Asthma Disease Management Program and/or in service coordination.

How to access:

Proof of payment can be submitted by emailing us at CCHPCustomerSvc@cookchildrens.org.

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Member must be enrolled in Asthma Disease Program and/or service coordination
• Member must provide proof of payment.

Personal Care Services

Up to 32 hours of in-home attendant respite services per year for members getting personal care services and not already receiving MDCP/waiver respite services

How to access:

The Member will receive the VAS after they contact and coordinate with their care coordinator.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

Member must not already be receiving MDCP/waiver respite services.

School/Sports Physical

CCHP will provide one sports/school physical in addition to a well checkup.

How to access:

Provider will bill CCHP

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• One per calendar year
• Members must be ages 3 through 18

Temporary Phone Help

Reimbursement for up to $25 per quarter for additional data for Members who qualify for the federal lifeline program.

How to access:

Proof of payment can be submitted by emailing us at CCHPCustomerSvc@cookchildrens.org.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Member must qualify for Federal Lifeline Program.
• Member must submit proof of payment.

Extra Help for Members Diagnosed with Alcohol or Drug Abuse (AOD)

$50 gift card for Members 13 years of age and older who have a diagnosis of Alcohol or Drug Abuse (AOD) or dependency and receive treatment through an inpatient AOD admission, outpatient visits, intensive outpatient encounter or partial hospitalization, within 14 days of diagnosis.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Limit one per year.
• Proof of diagnosis date (After Visit Summary is acceptable)

Behavioral Health Follow-up Visit Reward

$50 gift card for Members who complete a follow-up visit with their Behavioral Health Provider.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Follow up visit must be within 7 days of leaving the Behavioral Health Facility.

Extra Help for Members Diagnosed with ADHD

$50 gift card one-time for Members newly diagnosed with ADHD who follow up with a practitioner within 30 days after receiving the new medication.

How to access:

Form must be completed. You can click here to access your form.

Requirements/Restrictions/Limitations:

• Members must be between 6-12 years of age.
• Members with an existing diagnosis of ADHD who never have a 120 day lapse in ADHD medication will not be eligible for the VAS.

Online Resources

Online support service to guide members through resources and health education.

How to access:

You may access Ovia+Health through the myCookChildren's member portal.