Benefits · Healthcare
How to apply for Jefferson County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
Jefferson County Commissioners Court — administers CIHCP under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Beaumont
Who it's for
The Jefferson County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Jefferson County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas (Beaumont) and Christus Southeast Texas St. Elizabeth (Beaumont) + St. Mary (Port Arthur) — major regional referral hospitals; also Medical Center of Southeast Texas (Port Arthur). Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas and Christus Southeast Texas (Beaumont) are the regional tertiary referral hospitals — both have Patient Financial Assistance Programs (typically 200% FPL or broader). Apply by calling Jefferson County at 409-835-8567.
Jefferson CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas (Beaumont) and Christus Southeast Texas St. Elizabeth (Beaumont) + St. Mary (Port Arthur) — major regional referral hospitals; also Medical Center of Southeast Texas (Port Arthur). Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas + Christus Southeast Texas (Beaumont) are regional tertiary referrals.
What you'll need
- Completed Jefferson County CIHCP application
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Jefferson County residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 409-835-8567
Renewals
annual recertification
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