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

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

Who it's for

The Terry County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Terry 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: Brownfield Regional Medical Center. For complex/specialty care, UMC Lubbock is the regional tertiary referral hospital. Apply by calling Terry County at 806-637-4202.

Terry CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Brownfield Regional Medical Center. UMC Lubbock is the regional tertiary referral hospital — non-Lubbock CIHCP enrollees may still receive care there with referrals.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 806-637-4202

Renewals

annual recertification

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