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

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

Who it's for

The Sutton 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: Sutton 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: Lillian M. Hudspeth Memorial Hospital (Sonora). Shannon Medical Center (San Angelo) is the regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire Concho Valley. Apply by calling Sutton County at 325-387-2531.

Sutton CIHCP at 21% FPL. Lillian M. Hudspeth Memorial Hospital (Sonora). 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 Sutton County CIHCP application
  • Proof of all household income
  • Proof of household resources/assets
  • Proof of Sutton County residency
  • Photo identification
  • Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 325-387-2531

Renewals

annual recertification

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