How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Fayette Medical Center) — Lamar

Fayette Medical Center (DCH Health System)

Who it's for

Lamar County has no hospital. Fayette Medical Center in neighboring Fayette County, part of DCH Health System, is a nearby Alabama hospital. Under DCH Health System's policy, patients with income below 250% of the federal poverty level can get a charity discount of 100% of the amount owed. Uninsured patients can get a 50% reduction of gross charges for emergency and medically necessary care. Call the hospital financial assistance representative at 205-750-5004.

Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision.

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 Financial Assistance Application
  • Documents that support your stated income, such as bank statements, tax return, or pay check stubs

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-205-750-5004

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Fayette Medical Center) — Lamar. 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 that support your stated income, such as bank statements, tax return, or pay check stubs — 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)

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