What is parkland financial assistance (PFA)?
Parkland Financial Assistance, or PFA, provides financial assistance for healthcare to eligible Dallas County residents. It is not a health insurance program. Parkland Financial Assistance is financial help for medical services received at a Parkland location. Who can apply?
Where can I find a counsellor for parkland financial assistance?
Counselors are conveniently located at Parkland clinics throughout Dallas County. If you have Medicare and are applying for Parkland Financial Assistance, please complete the asset questionnaire form. After reviewing the completed form and proofs, we will contact you if we need more information.
What documents do I need to submit for parkland financial assistance?
Parkland requires proof of residency (Dallas County), a valid photo identification, and the number of peope in your household. I want to send proof documents. If you submitted a Parkland Financial Assistance application less than 30 days ago, you can click below to upload any remaining proof documents that are required.
What is managed care at Parkland Community Health?
Parkland Community Health Plan offers services through “managed care,” where members choose a health plan and its network of doctors. View the state qualifications and who can apply for Medicaid and CHIP services.
Is your Parkland Financial Assistance (PFA) ending?
Parkland has a NEW way to review your case if your eligibility for Parkland Financial Assistance will end in the next 30 days or if it has already ended in the past 6 months. To find out if you can keep getting benefits, a face to face interview is not required.
Patient Financial Assistance
Counselors are conveniently located at Parkland clinics throughout Dallas County.
When was Parkland Community Health Plan started?
Parkland Community Health Plan was started in 1999 by Parkland Health & Hospital System as a managed care organization to provide services for Texas Medicaid STAR and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) recipients.
What is beacon health options?
Beacon Health Options is here to help you with behavioral health treatment for depression, anxiety, marriage and family problems, or alcohol and drug abuse. You do not need approval for individual, family or group therapy. Also, you do not need a referral from your regular doctor.
What is the number to call for dental care?
For emergencies, call 9-1-1. HEALTH first - Medicaid STAR 1-800-945-4644. KIDS first - CHIP 1-800-945-4644. KIDS first - CHIP Perinate 1-888-814-2352. Members age 20 and younger can get dental benefits through a dental managed care organization. Call your dental plan to find a dentist and learn about covered services:
What time does PCHP offer medical transportation?
Available from 8 am to 8 pm CST, Monday - Friday (except state holidays).
What to call if you need emergency care?
Call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest hospital/emergency facility if you think you need emergency care. You can call 9-1-1 for help in getting to the hospital emergency room. If you receive emergency services, call your doctor to schedule a follow-up visit as soon as possible.
What is a contracted provider?
Contracted providers are an essential part of delivering quality care to our members. We value our partnership and appreciate the family-like relationship that you pass on to our members.
