Health coverage through MAP
If you live in Travis County and are uninsured, we can help you get access to local doctors, specialists, and pharmacies through MAP (Medical Access Program) or MAP Basic by Central Health, or through one of our health care partners.
Use the link below to apply in English or Spanish.
For other languages, interpreters can help you over the phone. Call 512.978.8130, option 1 and tell the team member which language you prefer. Applicants with a hearing or speech impairment can use Relay Texas services by dialing 711. If you do not qualify for MAP or MAP Basic, scroll down to view additional assistance programs and resources.
Start your MAP Application Online or Submit Additional Proof Documents
What is MAP and MAP Basic?
Get MAP/MAP Basic
MAP and MAP Basic are health coverage programs for Travis County residents with low income. They give members access to the health services they need. They are not health insurance programs, and they are not federally funded.
With MAP and MAP Basic, you have access to:
- Doctor visits
- Dental care
- Prescription medications
- And more health services
To see if you or your family qualify, click the application link above or call 512.978.8130, option 1. Team members can help you Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
All uninsured Travis County residents are encouraged to apply, regardless of their U.S. residency status.
Enrolling in MAP or MAP Basic will not impact your path to a green card.
Are you eligible for MAP or MAP Basic?
MAP and MAP Basic eligibility is based on the income you received in the last 30 days. Uninsured Travis County residents with income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level qualify for MAP or MAP Basic if they meet all other eligibility criteria. See the table below.
| Family Size | 200% FPL* |
| 1 | $2,660.00 |
| 2 | $3,607.07 |
| 3 | $4,554.00 |
| 4 | $5,500.00 |
*Based on FY 2026 FPL. Levels are updated annually on March 1.
Learn more about Federal Poverty Levels (FPL) and what this means for your coverage.
Documents needed to apply for MAP
You will need at least ONE of the following documents from each category:
Proof that you live in Travis County
Examples:
- Lease agreement
- Current utility bill
- Postmarked mail (last 30 days)
Related Forms:
Picture ID (adults only)
Examples:
- Driver’s license/State-issued ID
- Austin Public Library photo ID card
- Foreign ID/Passport
- Service Point Card
Proof of U.S. citizenship or residency for your household members, if applicable
Examples:
- Birth certificate
- Legal Permanent Resident Card
- Passport
Related forms:
Proof of your household’s monthly income
Examples:
- Check stubs from the last 30 days
- Current year Retirement or Social Security Benefits Letter
- Self-employment income
Related forms:
Proof of Health Insurance for your household members, if applicable
Examples:
- Medicaid card
- Medicare card
- Private health insurance
Proof of your household size
Your household includes yourself, your spouse, and children living with you under age 18.
Examples:
- Birth certificates
- Picture identification (adults only)
- Legal guardianship papers
Start applying for MAP
Online
Use Chrome, Edge, or Safari to apply or to send additional proof documents.
Over the phone
Call 512.978.8130, option 1 to apply on the phone or schedule an appointment to apply in person. If you speak a language other than English or Spanish, tell the team member you are speaking with—they can get an interpreter for you.
Download and print the application:
MAP Application
Applicant Responsibilities
Fill it out and mail it with your supporting documents to:
Medical Access Program, PO BOX 300489, Austin, TX 78703.
If I don't qualify for MAP, what other options do I have?
Patients who do not qualify for MAP, MAP Basic, or other assistance programs can receive a medical visit for a lower rate based on income and family size. The sliding fee scale for CommUnityCare Health Centers is determined by applying for health coverage online or in person.
Apply Online | Outside of Travis County
There are various resources that can help you access local, state, and federal health coverage programs. Visit our Other Programs & Resources page for links to additional sliding fee scale clinics in Travis County, State, Federal, and County programs, and more resources.
Want to speak to someone instead? To receive personal assistance, call 2-1-1 if you’re in Travis County, or 1-877-541-7905 for other areas.
Still have questions?
Call us at 512.978.8130, option 1 to talk with an eligibility specialist.