How to apply for Reagan County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) in Texas

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

Who it's for

The Reagan 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: Reagan 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: Reagan Hospital (Big Lake). Shannon Medical Center (San Angelo) is the regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire Concho Valley. Apply by calling Reagan County at 325-884-2331.

Reagan CIHCP at 21% FPL. Reagan Hospital (Big Lake). Shannon Medical Center (San Angelo) is the regional tertiary referral; CVTD demand-response can transport CIHCP enrollees to San Angelo at no cost (rural FREE program).

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

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

Where to apply

By phone: 325-884-2331

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Reagan County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need completed Reagan County CIHCP application, proof of all household income, proof of household resources/assets — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual recertification

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.