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- - - Community First is proud to offer high-quality health care coverage for individuals and families. We believe that everyone deserves access to the services and support needed to live a healthier life. We are proud to have touched the lives of over 3 million individuals since 1995.
      
      LEARN ABOUT OUR HEALTH PLANS
  - - Medicaid
  - - Medicare
      - Medicare Advantage Alamo (HMO)
      - Medicare D-SNP (HMO)
  - - Marketplace
      - University Community Care Plan (UCCP)
  - - Commercial
      - University Family Care Plan (UFCP)
      - Commercial HMO
About
- - - Community First Health Plans was established in 1995 by University Health specifically to begin providing health care coverage to the citizens of Bexar and it’s seven surrounding counties.
  - - University Health
    - Careers
Community Impact
- - - At Community First, our mission is to not only improve the health outcomes of our Members, but also the overall health of our community. A portion of all Community First’s proceeds goes directly into improving the community we are a part of.
News & Events
- - - Stay up-to-date with the latest Community First news, learn about upcoming community events, and read helpful articles from our blog.
Providers
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Category: HHSC News

Important: New TMHP Login Process – Action Required by June 12

May 4, 2026 | HHSC News, Provider News, Provider Resource

Community First Health Plans is sharing information regarding TMHP’s implementation of a new login platform, TMHP IAMOnline, which will serve as the single sign‑on entry point for Texas Medicaid Provider portal applications beginning June 12. What Providers Need to Do...

Clearinghouse Eligibility Transactions

Nov 1, 2023 | HHSC News, Provider News, Provider Resource

Community First Health Plans does not accept eligibility requests via any clearinghouse. To verify Member eligibility, refer to our comprehensive Provider Quick Reference Guide and get in touch with the Member Services department corresponding to your specific line of...

Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Availability for Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) Providers

Dec 3, 2025 | HHSC News, Provider News, Provider Resource

The Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) program has added the updated 2025–2026 COVID-19 vaccines to the Vaccine Choice page within the Vaccine Allocation and Ordering System (VAOS). Providers should review and update their vaccine choices as needed to ensure continued...

2025 Federal Government Shutdown Benefits FAQ

Nov 5, 2025 | HHSC News, Member News, Member Resource

During the government shutdown, we know Community First Health Plans Members may have questions about how their benefits are impacted. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is monitoring federal activity related to November SNAP benefits. Updates will...

Upcoming Updates to STAR+PLUS Billing Codes and Modifiers: Transition to PDPM LTC Model

Aug 25, 2025 | HHSC News, Provider News

Effective September 1, 2025, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement updates to billing codes and modifiers for Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) delivered through the STAR+PLUS Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) program. These...

Prior Authorizations Extended for Services Impacted by 2025 Texas Flooding

Aug 25, 2025 | HHSC News, Provider Resource

UPDATED 9/3/2025: This news post has been edited to reflect updated guidance from HHSC. The information below applies to all Texas Medicaid clients impacted by the 2025 Texas flooding regardless of whether the clients are permanent residents of a declared disaster...