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

Wilbarger County Commissioners Court — administers CIHCP under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Vernon

Who it's for

The Wilbarger County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Wilbarger County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Wilbarger General Hospital (Vernon) — county-owned community hospital. United Regional Health Care System (Wichita Falls) is the major regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire NorTex region. Apply by calling Wilbarger County at 940-552-5486.

Wilbarger CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Wilbarger General Hospital (Vernon) — county-owned community hospital. United Regional (Wichita Falls) is the regional tertiary referral.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 940-552-5486

Renewals

annual recertification

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