How to apply for Crisp Regional Hospital Financial Assistance — Dooly County

Who it's for

Dooly County (Vienna) has no hospital of its own; residents most often use Crisp Regional Hospital in Cordele. The hospital's financial assistance (charity care) program offers free or discounted care to lower-income, uninsured, and underinsured patients, based on a review of household income and family size compared with the federal poverty guidelines. Those who qualify are never billed more than the amounts generally billed to insured patients. Financial counselors can help you apply.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income (pay stubs, Social Security award letter, tax return)
• Proof of family size and Dooly County residency
• Completed Crisp Regional Hospital financial assistance application

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Crisp Regional Hospital Financial Assistance — Dooly 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 and dooly county residency, completed crisp regional hospital 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