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.
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.
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.
The Community First Summer 2026 Provider Newsletter is now available. This issue features important updates, compliance guidance, Provider Portal enhancements, care coordination resources, quality initiatives, and clinical tools designed to support your practice and...
Community First Health Plans, Inc. (Community First) is partnering with Vheda Health, the leader in outcomes and analytics through virtual health engagement, to support high-risk mothers living with diabetes and hypertension across Texas. The program is designed to...
Effective October 1, 2023, The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is amending The EVV Policy Handbook, Section 7040, Alternative Device. HHSC is reducing the use of alternative devices to modernize the EVV program, increase program integrity, and reduce...
Community First Health Plans is sharing guidance from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) regarding emergency preparedness for the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through November 30. Providers are encouraged to review and update...
Community First Health Plans is sharing important information regarding TMHP IAMOnline account activation for Texas Medicaid providers. TMHP IAMOnline is the new entry point for accessing applications on the TMHP webpage and is required to manage services, access...
Community First Health Plans (Community First) is providing guidance on the proper billing of inpatient claims totaling $10 million or more. To ensure accurate claims processing, inpatient claims that exceed $10 million must be split into multiple submissions (interim...
Community First Members affected by severe weather can contact Member Services at 1-800-434-2347 for support. If you have special health care needs and need assistance, please contact your assigned Service Coordinator directly.