How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Southwest Memorial Hospital (Southwest Health System, Cortez)) — Dolores
Southwest Memorial Hospital (Southwest Health System, Cortez)
Who it's for
Dolores County has no hospital; the nearest one residents use is Southwest Memorial Hospital (Southwest Health System, Cortez), 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. Southwest Health screens for Colorado Hospital Discounted Care and has its own Financial Assistance Program (charity care). Call a financial assistance coordinator at 970-564-2131.
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: 1-970-564-2131
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Southwest Memorial Hospital (Southwest Health System, Cortez)) — Dolores. 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.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.