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How to apply for Culberson County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
Culberson County Commissioners Court — administers the County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Van Horn
Who it's for
The Culberson County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 because Culberson County does not maintain a public hospital district. The CIHCP provides basic healthcare coverage for eligible low-income Culberson County residents who don't qualify for other state or federal healthcare programs. Eligibility typically requires: Culberson County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level (the Texas statutory minimum); not eligible for or receiving Medicaid. Van Horn (county seat) is on I-10 between El Paso and Pecos. Culberson Hospital (in Van Horn) is the local critical access hospital; El Paso for tertiary care. Apply at Culberson County offices, Van Horn TX 79855 or by calling 432-283-2059.
The 21% FPL gate is the Texas statutory minimum — extremely strict. Only the very poorest Culberson residents qualify. Van Horn (county seat) is on I-10 between El Paso and Pecos. Culberson Hospital (in Van Horn) is the local critical access hospital; El Paso for tertiary care. Culberson's extreme remoteness means tertiary care typically requires a 200+ mile trip; CIHCP may cover some referral costs.
What you'll need
- Completed Culberson County CIHCP application
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of all household resources/assets
- Proof of Culberson County residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 432-283-2059
Renewals
annual recertification
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