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

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

Who it's for

The Sterling 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: Sterling 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 (Shannon). Shannon Medical Center (San Angelo) is the regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire Concho Valley. Apply by calling Sterling County at 325-378-5191.

Sterling CIHCP at 21% FPL. No hospital in county; residents access San Angelo (Shannon). 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 Sterling County CIHCP application
Proof of all household income
Proof of household resources/assets
Proof of Sterling County residency
Photo identification
Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 325-378-5191

Renewals

annual recertification

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