How to apply for Phoebe Putney Financial Assistance — Lee County

Who it's for

Lee County (Leesburg) has no hospital of its own; residents most often use Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany. Phoebe Putney's financial assistance program provides free or discounted care based on household income compared with the federal poverty guidelines. In recent guidelines, households under about 204% of the poverty level qualify for free care and families under about 322% qualify for discounted care. Those eligible 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 Lee County residency
• Completed Phoebe Putney financial assistance application

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Phoebe Putney Financial Assistance — Lee 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 lee county residency, completed phoebe putney 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