How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Rapides Regional Medical Center) — Rapides Parish

Who it's for

Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria offers financial assistance for non-elective care to patients who do not qualify for state or federal assistance and cannot pay. In most cases, patients with household income from 0 to 200% of the federal poverty level can get a 100% charity discount. Patients with balances over $1,500 and income between 201% and 400% may get a reduced bill. Uninsured patients get an uninsured discount. Complete the Financial Assistance Application; for help, call the business office at 318-769-3225.

What you'll need

• Completed Financial Assistance Application
• Medicare patients: your most recent federal tax return, or two other income proofs (such as a state tax return, recent pay stubs, letters from income sources, or three months of bank statements)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Rapides Regional Medical Center) — Rapides 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 completed Financial Assistance Application, medicare patients: your most recent federal tax return, or two other income proofs (such as a state tax return, recent pay stubs, letters from income sources, or three months of bank statements) — 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)