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

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

Who it's for

The Red River County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income residents. Eligibility: Red River County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: No hospital in county; residents access Paris (Paris Regional) or Bonham hospitals. CHRISTUS St. Michael Texarkana and Paris Regional Health are the major regional referral hospitals for the Ark-Tex region. Apply by calling Red River County at 903-427-2401.

Red River CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. No hospital in county; residents access Paris (Paris Regional) or Bonham hospitals.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 903-427-2401

Renewals

annual recertification

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