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How to apply for Baylor County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)

Baylor County Commissioners Court — administers CIHCP under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Seymour

Who it's for

The Baylor County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Baylor County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Seymour Hospital (Seymour) — small county-supported community hospital. United Regional Health Care System (Wichita Falls) is the major regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire NorTex region. Apply by calling Baylor County at 940-889-3553.

Baylor CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Seymour Hospital (Seymour) — small county-supported community hospital. United Regional (Wichita Falls) is the regional tertiary referral.

What you'll need

  • Completed Baylor County CIHCP application
  • Proof of all household income
  • Proof of Baylor County residency
  • Photo identification
  • Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 940-889-3553

Renewals

annual recertification

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