Benefits · Healthcare
How to apply for Orange County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
Orange County Commissioners Court — administers CIHCP under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Orange
Who it's for
The Orange County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Orange County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas - Orange and Altus Baptist (Orange) serve the county; Beaumont (Jefferson) hospitals are the regional tertiary referrals. Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas and Christus Southeast Texas (Beaumont) are the regional tertiary referral hospitals — both have Patient Financial Assistance Programs (typically 200% FPL or broader). Apply by calling Orange County at 409-882-7945.
Orange CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas - Orange and Altus Baptist (Orange) serve the county; Beaumont (Jefferson) hospitals are the regional tertiary referrals. Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas + Christus Southeast Texas (Beaumont) are regional tertiary referrals.
What you'll need
- Completed Orange County CIHCP application
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Orange County residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 409-882-7945
Renewals
annual recertification
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