Application Packet
Call the office at 972-204-7620 if you have questions about the
application packet.
Eligibility
Household, residency, income, and resources will be reviewed to determine eligibility. The Rockwall County Indigent Health Care office determines eligibility for health care services to County residents. Qualified individuals are those who are:
- Not covered by any other medical services plan
- At or below 21% of poverty income level
- Permanent residents of Rockwall County
About the Program
The County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is mandated by the Indigent Health Care and Treatment Act of 1985. According to Section 61 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, counties that are not served by a hospital district or a public hospital are responsible for administering an indigent health care program for indigent residents. The program covers only medically necessary services.