Live in the West Region? There is now a referral approval waiver in place through June 30, 2025. Learn More About the Referral Approval Waiver. 

Getting Care

Information for New Parents

Patient administration and services top header image

When will my child need a Social Security Number?

“Your child will need a Social Security Number (SSN) before their first birthday. You may choose to have the State of Texas process the SSN on your behalf, in which case the Social Security card will typically arrive by mail within 2 to 3 weeks.

If you prefer to apply for the SSN yourself, you will need to obtain a certified birth certificate and visit one of the local Social Security offices listed below. You also have the option to complete this process in another state. For more information, visit the Social Security Administration’s official website.”

 

Social Security Administration Local Field Office

11111 Gateway West
El Paso, TX 79935
1-866-964-6229
600 Texas Avenue
El Paso, TX 79901
1-866-964-6229

Single Parents

For information pertaining to the Acknowledgment of Paternity, please contact the Birth Certificate Clerk as soon as possible. 915-742-0668 or 915-569-1655.

WIC Information

WIC is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. Nutrition education and counseling, nutritious foods, and help accessing health care are provided to low-income women, infants, and children through the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program, popularly known as WIC.

WIC will require proof of birth. You will need to use the arm bands and discharge papers for both the mother and child. Additional information may be found with the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Immunizations Tracking System

If you have requested your child’s Immunization information to be included in the IMMTRAC Electronic Data System, you need to call IMMTRAC’s Voice Response System 1-800 252-9152 when you are in need of that information.

DEERS Information

Q: What documentation do I need to add my newborn?
A: To add your newborn to DEERS, present the following at a military ID card issuing facility:
  • An original or copy of the Certified Birth Certificate or Certificate of Live Birth authenticated by the attending physician or other responsible person from a U.S. hospital or medical treatment facility (MTF), or an original copy of the Consular Report of Birth Abroad, Foreign Service (FS)-240
  • Social Security card for the newborn (presented for DEERS update as soon as acquired)
If the sponsor and/or spouse are not in DEERS, also present:
  • A certified copy of the parents’ marriage certificate/Power of Attorney (must be approved by management)

Location : FT. BLISS
Site ID: 102074
Bldg. 505 Pershing Rd
Soldier Support Center
ATTN: DEERS/ID Cards Office
FORT BLISS, TX 79916
(915) 569-6036

Also on this site it gives even more detailed information if you select El Paso, Tx 79916 building 505 and scroll down you will see what is required.  https://idco.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/locator

Eligibility for TRICARE Prime Benefits

The DEERS check is an essential part of the TRICARE enrollment process.

Contact Us

Phone:

915-742-0668 or 915-569-1655
Appointment line: 915-742-2273
TRICARE Nurse Advice Line:​ 1-800-874-2273

MHS Genesis Patient Portal image
CLICK TO ACCESS THE MHS GENESIS PATIENT PORTAL

Location

18511 Highland Medics Street,
El Paso, Texas 79918
Locator map image

Don't forget to keep your family's information up to date in DEERS!