How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (Day Kimball and Windham Hospital) — Windham

Who it's for

Windham County's two hospitals each have a financial assistance program. Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam helps patients who cannot pay all or part of a Day Kimball Hospital bill. Help is based on total gross income and family size, and patients who qualify are not charged more than patients who have insurance. To apply, a household needs income under 400% of the federal poverty level and must live in Connecticut (unless care was given in the emergency department or through an emergency admission). Bring 3 months of proof of income (such as pay stubs or a Social Security income letter) and a bank statement for the past 30 days for all accounts. Call Day Kimball's financial counselors at 860-963-6337 (option 2 for financial assistance). Windham Hospital in Willimantic is part of Hartford HealthCare. Its policy says patients with family income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level may qualify for free care, and those between 250% and 550% may qualify for a discount. People who get Medicaid, SNAP or other public assistance may be approved without an application. Call Windham Hospital Financial Assistance at 860-456-6706, or Hartford HealthCare at 877-442-2455.

What you'll need

• Completed Day Kimball financial assistance application
• Proof of income for the last 3 months (for example pay stubs or a Social Security income letter)
• Bank statement for the past 30 days for all accounts

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (Day Kimball and Windham Hospital) — Windham. 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 Day Kimball financial assistance application, proof of income for the last 3 months (for example pay stubs or a Social Security income letter), bank statement for the past 30 days for all accounts — 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.

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