How to apply for CommonSpirit / CHI Memorial Financial Assistance — Catoosa County in Georgia
CommonSpirit Health — CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital North Georgia (Ringgold)
Who it's for
CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital North Georgia in Ringgold (CHI Memorial) is the community hospital serving Catoosa County and the surrounding northwest corner of the state. CommonSpirit's financial assistance program offers charity care and discounted care to patients who cannot afford their hospital bills, based on household income compared to the federal poverty guidelines. Patient financial counselors can review eligibility and help with the application.
CommonSpirit / CHI Memorial offers charity care and discounted care based on household income vs the federal poverty guidelines; the level of help is set by individual review, so this shows as a may-qualify result.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of household income (pay stubs, Social Security award letter, tax return)
- Proof of family size
- Completed CommonSpirit financial assistance application
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 888-717-0197
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about CommonSpirit / CHI Memorial Financial Assistance — Catoosa County. 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 (pay stubs, Social Security award letter, tax return), proof of family size, completed CommonSpirit financial assistance application — 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 / eligibility period
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- HealthcareCommunity Health Center Sliding Fee DiscountHealth Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Health Center Program (delivered by local community health centers)
- HealthcareState Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)Administration for Community Living (delivered locally by state SHIP offices)
- Health CoverageGeorgia Medicaid (Aged, Blind & Disabled)Georgia Department of Community Health (Medicaid) — eligibility determined by the Division of Family & Children Services
- Medicare SavingsGeorgia Medicare Savings Programs (QMB / SLMB / QI)Georgia Department of Community Health (Medicaid) — counseling through GeorgiaCares / Division of Aging Services
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Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.