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How to apply for Zavala County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
Zavala County Commissioners Court — administers the County Indigent Health Care Program under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Crystal City
Who it's for
The Zavala County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income residents. Eligibility: Zavala County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Zavala County Memorial Hospital (Crystal City). For regional tertiary care, Uvalde Memorial Hospital and Val Verde Regional Medical Center (Del Rio) are the typical referral hospitals; San Antonio hospitals (University Health, CHRISTUS) for complex care. Apply by calling Zavala County at 830-374-3810.
Zavala CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Zavala County Memorial Hospital (Crystal City). Val Verde Regional Medical Center (300% FPL FAP, Del Rio) is the regional generous referral.
What you'll need
- Completed Zavala County CIHCP application
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Zavala County residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 830-374-3810
Renewals
annual recertification
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