How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (Stormont Vail Health) — Shawnee in Kansas

Who it's for

Stormont Vail Health in Topeka has a Financial Assistance Program for patients who cannot afford to pay for emergency or other medically necessary care. A patient who qualifies will not be charged more than the amounts generally charged to patients who have insurance. The policy, application, instructions and income guidelines are posted on the hospital's financial assistance page. For questions or to get help applying, call a Customer Service Representative at 785-354-1150 (toll free 800-637-4716); for Spanish, call 785-354-6000, option 2.

What you'll need

• Financial Assistance Application and the documents listed in its instructions

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (Stormont Vail Health) — Shawnee. 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 Application and the documents listed in its instructions — 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)