How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Stewart Memorial Community Hospital) — Calhoun in Iowa
Stewart Memorial Community Hospital (SMCH)
Who it's for
Stewart Memorial Community Hospital in Lake City offers discounted care based on federal poverty income guidelines. Under its plain language summary, patients with household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines may qualify for free care. Call 712-464-4206 for information about the Financial Assistance Program or help with the application.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision.
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
- Call to ask what to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-712-464-4206
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Stewart Memorial Community Hospital) — Calhoun. 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 call to ask what to bring — 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
annual (reapply per policy)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.