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

Maverick County Commissioners Court — administers the County Indigent Health Care Program under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Eagle Pass

Who it's for

The Maverick County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income residents. Eligibility: Maverick County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center (Eagle Pass); Maverick County Hospital District. For regional tertiary care, Uvalde Memorial Hospital and Val Verde Regional Medical Center (Del Rio) are the typical referral hospitals; San Antonio hospitals (University Health, CHRISTUS) for complex care. Apply by calling Maverick County at 830-773-2293.

Maverick CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center (Eagle Pass); Maverick County Hospital District. Val Verde Regional Medical Center (300% FPL FAP, Del Rio) is the regional generous referral.

What you'll need

Completed Maverick County CIHCP application
Proof of all household income
Proof of Maverick County residency
Photo identification
Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 830-773-2293

Renewals

annual recertification

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