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

Mills County Commissioners Court — administers CIHCP under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Goldthwaite

Who it's for

The Mills County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Mills County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: No major hospital in county; residents access Brownwood (Brown), Comanche, San Saba, or Lampasas referrals. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple (Bell County) is the regional academic medical center / tertiary referral; AdventHealth Central Texas in Killeen is the other major regional referral. Both have Patient Financial Assistance Programs (typically 200% FPL or broader). Apply by calling Mills County at 325-648-2222.

Mills CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. No major hospital in county; residents access Brownwood (Brown), Comanche, San Saba, or Lampasas referrals. Baylor Scott & White Temple + AdventHealth Central Texas Killeen are regional tertiary referrals.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 325-648-2222

Renewals

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