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

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

Who it's for

The Refugio County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income residents. Eligibility: Refugio 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: Refugio County Memorial Hospital. CHRISTUS Spohn (Corpus Christi) is the regional tertiary referral hospital — CHRISTUS Spohn's Financial Assistance Program (200% FPL free / 400% FPL sliding) provides broader coverage for households above CIHCP threshold. Apply by calling Refugio County at 361-526-2233.

Refugio CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Refugio County Memorial Hospital. CHRISTUS Spohn (Corpus Christi) is the regional tertiary referral.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 361-526-2233

Renewals

annual recertification

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