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How to apply for Kendall County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
Kendall County Commissioners Court — administers the County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Boerne
Who it's for
The Kendall County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income Kendall County residents who don't qualify for other state or federal healthcare programs. Eligibility typically requires: Kendall County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level (the Texas statutory minimum); not eligible for or receiving Medicaid. CIHCP services typically cover physician services, lab and x-ray, three prescriptions per month, and inpatient and outpatient hospital services through participating providers. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Methodist Hospital Boerne; many residents use San Antonio hospitals. For Kendall residents above 21% FPL, the dominant hospital's own Patient Financial Assistance Program (typically at 200% FPL) is the broader pathway. Apply by calling Kendall County at 830-249-9343.
The 21% FPL gate is the Texas statutory minimum — extremely strict. Only Kendall residents at or near SSI income levels qualify for full CIHCP. Methodist Hospital Boerne; many residents use San Antonio hospitals is the practical hospital partner. Some Kendall-area hospitals may operate their own broader financial assistance programs (typically at 200% FPL) — call the hospital billing office directly.
What you'll need
- Completed Kendall County CIHCP application
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of all household resources/assets
- Proof of Kendall County residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 830-249-9343
Renewals
annual recertification
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