How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (North Arkansas Regional Medical Center) — Marion

Who it's for

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) in Harrison (Boone County), the nearest general hospital has a financial assistance program for patients who live in its service area, which includes Marion County. Under the NARMC Financial Assistance Policy, patients with net household income of 0% to 138% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines may get a 100% discount, and those from 138% to 200% may get a 50% discount. The policy covers emergency and medically necessary care. Eligibility also looks at citizenship or legal permanent residency, the bill amount, income and assets. You can ask for help up to 240 days after your first bill. Get an application at the hospital, download one from narmc.com, or call 870-414-4879.

What you'll need

• Completed NARMC Financial Assistance Application
• Call to ask what proof of income and assets to include

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (North Arkansas Regional Medical Center) — Marion. 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 NARMC Financial Assistance Application, call to ask what proof of income and assets to include — 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)