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

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

Who it's for

The Menard 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: Menard County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. Covers physician services, lab/x-ray, three prescriptions per month, and inpatient/outpatient hospital services through participating providers. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: No hospital in county; residents access San Angelo or Brady hospitals. Shannon Medical Center (San Angelo) is the regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire Concho Valley. Apply by calling Menard County at 325-396-4561.

Menard CIHCP at 21% FPL. No hospital in county; residents access San Angelo or Brady hospitals. Shannon Medical Center (San Angelo) is the regional tertiary referral; CVTD demand-response can transport CIHCP enrollees to San Angelo at no cost (rural FREE program).

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 325-396-4561

Renewals

annual recertification

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