How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (EAMC-Lanier / East Alabama Health) — Chambers

Who it's for

EAMC-Lanier Rural Emergency Hospital in Valley gives 24-hour emergency and outpatient care to Chambers County. It is part of East Alabama Health, whose financial assistance program can range from charity care to help paying medical bills for patients without insurance or who cannot pay in full. You can also apply for an uninsured discount. Call 334-528-1275 to request an application or talk with a representative, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

What you'll need

• Verification of all income (such as W-2, Social Security, last two pay stubs, other government checks, food stamps, pensions, child support)
• Notarized letter from anyone who gives you financial support
• Most recent income tax return (signed and dated by the preparer if someone else prepared it)
• Three most recent bank statements for all checking and savings accounts

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (EAMC-Lanier / East Alabama Health) — Chambers. 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 verification of all income (such as W-2, Social Security, last two pay stubs, other government checks, food stamps, pensions, child support), notarized letter from anyone who gives you financial support, most recent income tax return (signed and dated by the preparer if someone else prepared it) — 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)