When Should Texas Health Steps Medical Checkups be Done?

  • Initial medical checkups are due within 30 days after the child enters DFPS custody and annually around the child's birthday.
  • Checkups are required more often for children under age three:
    • Newborn, three -five days, two weeks.
    • Two, four, six, nine months, one year, and 18 months
    • Two and two and half years.

Reminder: The child must receive a timely Texas Health Steps Checkup by a Texas Health Steps provider. Sick visits and follow-ups do not count!