How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (University Medical Center New Orleans (LCMC Health)) — Orleans Parish
University Medical Center New Orleans (LCMC Health)
Who it's for
University Medical Center New Orleans, part of LCMC Health, has financial assistance programs to help patients with health care costs, regardless of ability to pay. Under its policy summary, patients with household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty guidelines owe nothing for their care, and those between 251% and 400% may get discounted rates. You may not qualify if you have enough insurance or assets to pay. Call a financial counselor at 504-962-7000, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Financial assistance application and the items on its document list (linked on the hospital page)
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-504-962-7000
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (University Medical Center New Orleans (LCMC Health)) — Orleans 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 and the items on its document list (linked on the hospital 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)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.