How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Baptist Health Medical Center-Heber Springs) — Cleburne in Arkansas

Who it's for

Baptist Health Medical Center-Heber Springs is part of Baptist Health, which gives emergency or medically necessary care regardless of ability to pay. Patients without insurance (who do not qualify for other coverage) get an automatic 74% discount off hospital charges. Insured and uninsured patients can get more help on a sliding scale based on the Federal Poverty Guidelines, up to 100% of billed charges, by completing an Application for Financial Assistance with the required documents. The policy does not cover outside services such as Radiology Consultants or Pathology Labs of Arkansas. Ask your Admissions Representative for an application, or call the Heber Springs financial counselor at 501-887-3231 (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Patient Financial Services is at 501-202-3900.

What you'll need

• Signed Application for Financial Assistance
• Most recent tax return with attachments, or proof of earnings if you do not file taxes
• Proof of disability (Social Security Administration benefits letter), if applicable

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Baptist Health Medical Center-Heber Springs) — Cleburne. 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 signed Application for Financial Assistance, most recent tax return with attachments, or proof of earnings if you do not file taxes, proof of disability (Social Security Administration benefits letter), if applicable — 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)