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

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

Who it's for

The Coryell County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Coryell County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Coryell Health (formerly Coryell Memorial Healthcare System, Gatesville) — county-owned hospital district; AdventHealth Central Texas Coryell (Copperas Cove); 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 Coryell County at 254-865-5911.

Coryell CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Coryell Health (formerly Coryell Memorial Healthcare System, Gatesville) — county-owned hospital district; AdventHealth Central Texas Coryell (Copperas Cove); 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 Coryell County CIHCP application
  • Proof of all household income
  • Proof of Coryell County residency
  • Photo identification
  • Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 254-865-5911

Renewals

annual recertification

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