How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Marshall Medical Centers (HH Health)) — Marshall

Who it's for

Marshall Medical Centers (hospitals in Boaz and Guntersville), part of Huntsville Hospital Health System (HH Health), offer financial assistance for hospital care. Under the policy, patients at or below 200% of the federal poverty level get a 100% discount, and patients between 200% and 300% get a sliding-scale discount and a payment plan. All uninsured, private-pay patients can get a 50% discount if they pay before the bill reaches bad-debt write-off (about 120 days). Call 256-571-8125, or 256-753-8125 in the Arab area, 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 (Marshall Medical Centers (HH Health)) — Marshall. 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)