How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (D.W. McMillan Memorial Hospital (Escambia County Healthcare Authority)) — Escambia

Who it's for

D.W. McMillan Memorial Hospital in Brewton is run by the Escambia County Healthcare Authority, which also runs Atmore Community Hospital. Its financial assistance policy covers emergency and medically necessary hospital care. Families with income up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines owe nothing for covered care. Families above 200% and below 350% get partial help and are billed no more than insured patients generally pay. Doctor bills from some outside providers are not covered. Call the Central Business Office at 251-809-8273 to get an application or help filling it out.

What you'll need

• Completed Financial Assistance Application
• Documents showing family income, as listed in the application instructions

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (D.W. McMillan Memorial Hospital (Escambia County Healthcare Authority)) — Escambia. 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 Financial Assistance Application, documents showing family income, as listed in the application instructions — 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)