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

Delta County Commissioners Court — administers the County Indigent Health Care Program under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Cooper

Who it's for

The Delta County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income residents. Eligibility: Delta County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: No hospital in county; residents access Paris (Paris Regional) or Sulphur Springs hospitals. CHRISTUS St. Michael Texarkana and Paris Regional Health are the major regional referral hospitals for the Ark-Tex region. Apply by calling Delta County at 903-395-4400.

Delta CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. No hospital in county; residents access Paris (Paris Regional) or Sulphur Springs hospitals.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 903-395-4400

Renewals

annual recertification

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