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

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

Who it's for

The Zapata County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Zapata County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: No hospital in county; residents access Laredo (Webb) — Laredo Medical Center and Doctors Hospital of Laredo are the tertiary referrals. Laredo Medical Center and Doctors Hospital of Laredo are the regional tertiary referral hospitals — both have Patient Financial Assistance Programs (typically 200% FPL or broader). Apply by calling Zapata County at 956-765-9920.

Zapata CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. No hospital in county; residents access Laredo (Webb) — Laredo Medical Center and Doctors Hospital of Laredo are the tertiary referrals. Laredo Medical Center + Doctors Hospital of Laredo are regional tertiary referrals.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 956-765-9920

Renewals

annual recertification

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