How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Ochsner Medical Complex – River Parishes) — St. John the Baptist Parish
Ochsner Health (Ochsner Medical Complex – River Parishes, LaPlace)
Who it's for
In St. John the Baptist Parish, Ochsner Medical Complex – River Parishes in LaPlace has a 24-hour emergency room, imaging and lab services. It is a department of Ochsner Medical Center – Kenner. Ochsner's financial assistance page says help is based on family income and the federal poverty guidelines, and you may qualify for 100% financial assistance if your family income is 200% or less of the federal guidelines. Help applies to your portion of the bill, such as a deductible or copay. To apply, call 504-842-4190 or apply through MyOchsner.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision.
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Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Completed financial assistance application (online through MyOchsner or by mail), with the additional documentation it asks for
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-504-842-4190
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Ochsner Medical Complex – River Parishes) — St. John the Baptist 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 (online through MyOchsner or by mail), with the additional documentation it asks for — 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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