How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital (Cañon City)) — Custer
CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital (Cañon City)
Who it's for
Custer County has no hospital; the nearest one residents use is CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital (Cañon City), where uninsured and underinsured patients can apply for financial assistance (charity care) for emergency and medically necessary care. Free or discounted care is based on household income and size. Help may be decided before or at the time of admission. Call the financial counseling department at 719-285-2257.
Financial assistance is income-based and set by the hospital's policy and Colorado's Hospital Discounted Care rules; the hospital makes the final award decision.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of household income (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter)
- Proof of household size
- Identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-719-285-2257
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital (Cañon City)) — Custer. 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 household income (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter), proof of household size, identification — 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)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
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