How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Baptist Health Medical Center-Magnolia) — Columbia in Arkansas

Who it's for

Baptist Health Medical Center-Magnolia, at 101 Hospital Drive, Magnolia, is part of Baptist Health and offers financial assistance (free or discounted care) for medically necessary care to patients who cannot pay. It joined Baptist Health in 2026, so ask whether the Baptist Health policy applies to your dates of service. Under the Baptist Health financial assistance policy, households with income below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline can be considered for full financial assistance (no patient bill), and households above 300% but not over 400% get a sliding-scale discount. There is also an asset test: assets under $8,000 for one person or $12,000 for a household (not counting your home, one vehicle per person, retirement accounts, life insurance cash value or burial funds). People of all ages can apply, and patients who had Medicaid in the last 24 months may qualify without a full application. An approval covers charges for 60 days. For billing, balances and financial assistance questions, call Baptist Health Customer Service at 501-202-3900, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

What you'll need

• Signed Application for Financial Assistance
• Copy of 3 months' current bank statements
• Most recent tax return with attachments (if you file taxes)
• Proof of earnings such as a check stub, payroll record or employer letter (if you do not file taxes)
• Proof of disability, such as a Social Security 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-Magnolia) — Columbia. 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, copy of 3 months' current bank statements, most recent tax return with attachments (if you file taxes) — 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

per application (60 days)