How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (Southwest Medical Center) — Seward in Kansas
Southwest Medical Center (SWMC, Liberal)
Who it's for
Southwest Medical Center (SWMC) in Liberal, the Seward County public hospital, has financial counselors who can tell you about financial assistance or help you set up payment arrangements. Contact a financial counselor before or during your hospital stay at 620-629-6235. SWMC does not finance charges or fees, and payment is due 30 days after your insurance is billed, so ask about help early.
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: 1-620-629-6235
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (Southwest Medical Center) — Seward. 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.