How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (LMH Health) — Douglas in Kansas

Who it's for

LMH Health (Lawrence Memorial Hospital), Douglas County's public hospital in Lawrence, lets every patient who gets a bill ask about financial assistance. Help may include charity care, payment plans, medical assistance or other programs. LMH Health also works with Elevate, a free service that helps people without health insurance look for funding such as Medicaid, Medicare, disability (SSDI/SSI), Veterans Administration programs and crime victim programs. To get an application or ask questions, call a financial counselor at 785-505-5775.

What you'll need

• Financial Assistance Forms (download from the hospital's page)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (LMH Health) — Douglas. 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 financial Assistance Forms (download from the hospital's page) — 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)