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How to apply for Kerr County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
Kerr County Commissioners Court — administers the County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Kerrville
Who it's for
The Kerr County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income Kerr County residents who don't qualify for other state or federal healthcare programs. Eligibility typically requires: Kerr 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: Peterson Regional Medical Center (Kerrville, Peterson Health independent nonprofit). For Kerr residents above 21% FPL, the dominant hospital's own Patient Financial Assistance Program (typically at 200% FPL) is the broader pathway. Apply by calling Kerr County at 830-792-2239.
The 21% FPL gate is the Texas statutory minimum — extremely strict. Only Kerr residents at or near SSI income levels qualify for full CIHCP. Peterson Regional Medical Center (Kerrville, Peterson Health independent nonprofit) is the practical hospital partner. Some Kerr-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 Kerr County CIHCP application
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of all household resources/assets
- Proof of Kerr County residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 830-792-2239
Renewals
annual recertification
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