Benefits · Healthcare
How to apply for Bell County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
Bell County Commissioners Court — administers CIHCP under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Belton
Who it's for
The Bell County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Bell County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple (flagship academic medical center for the region) and AdventHealth Central Texas (Killeen) — major regional referral hospitals; also Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center on Fort Cavazos. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple (Bell County) is the regional academic medical center / tertiary referral; AdventHealth Central Texas in Killeen is the other major regional referral. Both have Patient Financial Assistance Programs (typically 200% FPL or broader). Apply by calling Bell County at 254-933-5210.
Bell CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple (flagship academic medical center for the region) and AdventHealth Central Texas (Killeen) — major regional referral hospitals; also Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center on Fort Cavazos. Baylor Scott & White Temple + AdventHealth Central Texas Killeen are regional tertiary referrals.
What you'll need
- Completed Bell County CIHCP application
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Bell County residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 254-933-5210
Renewals
annual recertification
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