How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Regional Medical Center (RMC), Anniston) — Calhoun

Who it's for

Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Anniston offers financial assistance to uninsured and underinsured U.S. citizens who live in its five-county service area (Calhoun, Clay, Cleburne, Randolph, and Talladega). Family income must be less than 250% of the federal poverty guidelines, and discounts use a sliding scale and can reach 100% of the hospital bill. Patients with no insurance who are not on Medicare or Medicaid get a 65% discount, and payment plans are available on request. Call the RMC Business Office at 256-235-5475.

What you'll need

• Completed Patient Financial Assistance Application, returned within 6 months of the date of service
• Supporting documents such as bank statements and W-2s

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Regional Medical Center (RMC), Anniston) — Calhoun. 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 Patient Financial Assistance Application, returned within 6 months of the date of service, supporting documents such as bank statements and W-2s — 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 (reapply per policy)