HIV Treatment and Support Services 

People living with HIV 

CBWF has an extensive network of providers that offer services to persons living with HIV. As a community, our goal is to provide quality care and services that maximize the health and wellness of the Texas Gulf Coast residents living with HIV. We are glad that you have found us. We are committed to working with you to provide the highest quality services possible to meet your needs. 

CBWF provides comprehensive HIV services  

Services include:  

—Integrated primary care with a certified HIV Specialist (AAHIVS)
—Case management to access and coordinate care and support services 
—Assistance with access to mental health and substance use treatment
—Emergency, Short Term, Long Term and Permanent Housing 
—Oral health
—Medication Co-pay/Full Pay Assistance 
—Medical Transportation (gift card or bus pass)
—Food pantry 
—Emergency financial assistance
—HIV specific support groups  
—Early intervention services 
—Outpatient ambulatory services (labs) 

Services are provided within the perimeters and guidelines set by the taxonomy issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services.  

—All services are based on availability of funding and may require additional eligibility documentation. 

—Payment for services is only allowed to providers contracted with CBWF with prior approval. 

—Contact your case manager before receiving services to ensure that we can assist you with payment. Prior approval must be provided by case management staff. 

—CBWF is not allowed to make payments to clients directly. Payment for services must be made directly to the provider with prior approval. 

If you are currently living with HIV and are seeking quality care and treatment that will fit your needs…

We can help! 

Call the Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation case management team today to set up an appointment.
(361) 814-2001

HIV Care

Our goal is to provide quality care and services that maximize the health and wellness of Texas Gulf Coast residents living with HIV. For 38 years, CBWF has provided HIV care and treatment to South Texans living with HIV. CBWF’S trusted healthcare professionals are committed to helping patients living with HIV live long and healthy lives. We are dedicated to treating you and not just your diagnosis.

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Call (361) 814-2001 for more information.
Contact: Andrea Harrod Ext. 279

Case Management 

Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation has a successful history of providing core and support services to HIV clients in the communities we serve. Primary services provided are  

Case Management Support 

  • Medical adherence and financial assistance for ambulatory and pharmaceutical requirements; non-medical case management by providing social support services;  

  • Disease education through outreach and prevention programs 

  • Substance misuse services 

  • Housing  

Call (361) 814-2001 for more information.
Contact: Andrea Harrod Ext. 279

Eligibility

To receive services from the Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation, potential HIV clients must meet the following criteria: 

The individual must be HIV positive and have verifying documentation. Proof of HIV/AIDS diagnosis will be determined at intake into services by one of the following methods (reference TDSHS policy number HIV/STD 220.001) 

  • A positive Western Blot laboratory result that includes the name of the client 

  • A report of detectable HIV” viral load” that includes that name of the client 

  • A signed statement from a physician, physician’s assistant, an advanced practice nurse or a registered nurse attesting to the HIV positive status of the person 

  • A hospital discharge summary that documents HIV positive status 

  • The individual must be a resident of the state of Texas 

  • Acceptable documentation includes: 

  • Valid driver's license 

  • Valid state issued ID 

  • Utility bill in client’s name 

  • Lease in client’s name 

  • Any reasonable proof that the client lives within the area served 

  • The individual must provide proof of income and meet Federal Poverty Level guidelines 

  • Acceptable documentation includes: 

  • Pay stubs (30 continuous days of payment) 

  • Supporter statement 

  • Employer statement 

  • Social Security award letter 

  • Retirement, Survivors, and Disability Insurance award letter 

  • Self-employment log 

  • The individual must be screened for any Third-Party Payers.  

  • Acceptable documentation includes: 

  • Copy of insurance card 

  • Insurance coverage termination letter 

  • Certificate of prior coverage 

  • Continuation of health coverage (COBRA) paperwork 

 

Any deviation from required documentation requires Director approval. 

 Continued eligibility is based on compliance with the following: 

  • Clients must have contact with a case manager to update eligibility requirements every 6 months 

  • Clients must be receiving HIV medical care, as demonstrated by current medical progress notes and lab results. If the client chooses to use a non-contracted physician, it is the client’s responsibility to ensure that CBWF receives necessary documentation. 

  • If client is non-compliant, a delay in services may occur