How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Decatur Morgan Hospital (HH Health)) — Lawrence

Who it's for

There is no hospital with an emergency room in Lawrence County; the nearest is Decatur Morgan Hospital in Decatur. Decatur Morgan Hospital in Decatur, part of Huntsville Hospital Health System (HH Health), offers financial assistance to uninsured and underinsured patients for emergency and medically necessary hospital care. Under the system policy, patients with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level can get this care free, and patients below 400% can get discounts. Eligibility is based on household income, assets, and the federal poverty guidelines. Assistance covers hospital charges only, not separate doctor bills. Call a financial counselor at 256-973-4688 for help applying.

What you'll need

• Proof of gross income for the last three months (pay stub with year-to-date total or employer letter)
• Social Security, SSI, disability, pension, or retirement income letter or most recent check stub, if you get these
• Most recent complete bank statements (all pages)
• Complete prior-year tax return with Schedule C, if self-employed

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Decatur Morgan Hospital (HH Health)) — Lawrence. 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 proof of gross income for the last three months (pay stub with year-to-date total or employer letter), social Security, SSI, disability, pension, or retirement income letter or most recent check stub, if you get these, most recent complete bank statements (all pages) — 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)