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.
A Texas resident who spent time working outdoors in Cameron County (southernmost county of Texas, 140 miles south of Corpus Christi) was recently diagnosed with malaria. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has been working with local health...
1. Is HHSC allowing more time for people to submit their renewal packets? HHSC is providing more time for certain people to submit their renewal packets. This is a 30-day extension for qualified Medicaid recipients to submit their renewal packet or request for...
Are you a City of San Antonio resident facing financial hardship during or due to the pandemic and in need of temporary rental assistance? The Housing Assistance Program may help eligible renters experiencing loss of income during or due to COVID-19 pandemic. Online...
The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) has officially ended as of May 11, 2023. This marks the close of a very difficult chapter in history. COVID-19 is still a dangerous virus, but the World Health Organization has stated that it is no longer an emergency. With...
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is reminding Medicaid recipients who received renewal packets in April to return their information to the agency to avoid potential gaps in coverage if they are still eligible. To ensure all Medicaid recipients who...
After nearly 40 years of operation on San Antonio’s South Side, Texas Vista Medical Center, formerly known as Southwest General Hospital, is closing its doors on May 1, 2023. Community First Health Plans understands that this closure may cause gaps in our...