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

Hood County Commissioners Court — administers the County Indigent Health Care Program; located in Granbury

Who it's for

The Hood 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: Hood 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 Resources Granbury, Lake Granbury Medical Center. Apply by calling Hood County at 817-579-3540.

Hood CIHCP. Texas Health Resources Granbury, Lake Granbury Medical Center.

What you'll need

  • Completed Hood County CIHCP application
  • Proof of all household income
  • Proof of all household resources/assets
  • Proof of Hood County residency
  • Photo identification
  • Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 817-579-3540

Renewals

annual recertification

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