How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (DeSoto Regional Health System) — DeSoto Parish

DeSoto Regional Health System

Who it's for

DeSoto Regional Health System in Mansfield offers assistance to people with no insurance coverage, based on verified income and expense information, and a discount for prompt payment. If you expect trouble paying, contact the business office before admission. Call the Patient Financial Counselor at 318-872-4610, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.

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.

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What you'll need

  • Financial Assistance Application (download from the Financial Policy page)
  • Verified income and expense information

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-318-872-4610

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (DeSoto Regional Health System) — DeSoto Parish. 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 (download from the Financial Policy page), verified income and expense information — 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)

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.