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How to apply for Northeast Georgia Health System Financial Assistance — White County
Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) — Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Who it's for
Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS), anchored by Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, is the regional hospital system serving White County (Cleveland). NGHS's Financial Assistance Program offers free or discounted medically necessary care based on household income compared to the federal poverty guidelines. Patients with family income up to 300% of the poverty level qualify for full assistance (free care), and those from 301% to 400% qualify for partial, sliding-scale discounts. Financial counselors can help you apply and screen for public coverage.
NGHS provides full financial assistance (free care) up to 300% of the federal poverty level and partial sliding-scale discounts from 301%–400%; eligibility is set by individual review, so this shows as a may-qualify result.
What you'll need
- Proof of household income (pay stubs, Social Security award letter, tax return)
- Proof of family size and White County residency
- Completed NGHS financial assistance application
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 770-219-1810
Renewals
per application / eligibility period
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Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.