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

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

Who it's for

The Winkler 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: Winkler County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level (Texas statutory minimum); not Medicaid-eligible. Covers physician services, lab/x-ray, three prescriptions per month, and inpatient/outpatient hospital services through participating providers. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Winkler County Memorial Hospital (Kermit). Apply by calling Winkler County at 432-586-3401.

Winkler CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Winkler County Memorial Hospital (Kermit).

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 432-586-3401

Renewals

annual recertification

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