How to apply for Wellstar Health System Financial Assistance — Meriwether County in Georgia
Wellstar Health System — Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center (LaGrange)
Who it's for
Meriwether County (Greenville) has no hospital of its own; residents most often use Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center in LaGrange or Piedmont Newnan. Wellstar's Financial Assistance Program provides free or discounted care based on household income compared to the federal poverty guidelines. Care is free for households at or below 125% of the poverty level; households between 126% and 200% receive a deep discount on the amount generally billed; and households between 201% and 300% may receive additional help depending on income and an assets test. Financial counselors can help you apply.
Wellstar care is free at or below 125% of the federal poverty level, deeply discounted from 126%–200%, and partially discounted from 201%–300% (with an assets test). Because the level of help is set by individual review, this shows as a may-qualify result. Meriwether (Greenville) has no in-county hospital; nearest are Wellstar West Georgia (LaGrange) and Piedmont Newnan.
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
- Signed, completed Wellstar Financial Assistance application (apply in Wellstar MyChart or download it)
- Prior-year federal income tax return and W2/1099 (all schedules)
- If no tax return: two of the following — 3 months of recent pay stubs, two current bank statements, Social Security award letter, or other proof of income or assets
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 470-245-9998
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Wellstar Health System Financial Assistance — Meriwether 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 signed, completed Wellstar Financial Assistance application (apply in Wellstar MyChart or download it), prior-year federal income tax return and W2/1099 (all schedules), if no tax return: two of the following — 3 months of recent pay stubs, two current bank statements, Social Security award letter, or other proof of income or assets — 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
Approval lasts 6 months; apply again after that
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
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.