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How to apply for Denton County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
Denton County Commissioners Court — administers the County Indigent Health Care Program; located in Denton
Who it's for
The Denton County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income residents who don't qualify for other state or federal healthcare programs. Eligibility: Denton County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level (the Texas statutory minimum); not Medicaid-eligible. CIHCP covers physician services, lab/x-ray, three prescriptions per month, and inpatient/outpatient hospital services through participating providers. PRIMARY HOSPITALS: Texas Health Presbyterian Denton, Medical City Denton, Medical City Lewisville. Apply by calling Denton County at 940-349-2950.
Denton CIHCP. Texas Health Presbyterian Denton, Medical City Denton, Medical City Lewisville.
What you'll need
- Completed Denton County CIHCP application
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of all household resources/assets
- Proof of Denton County residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 940-349-2950
Renewals
annual recertification
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