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How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Martha's Vineyard Hospital) — Dukes
Martha's Vineyard Hospital — Mass General Brigham
Who it's for
Uninsured and underinsured residents of Dukes County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Martha's Vineyard Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. MGB's system-wide financial assistance page lists 'Martha's Vineyard Hospital Patient Financial Counseling, One Hospital Road, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557, 508-957-9588' and covers state programs including MassHealth, the Health Connector, and the statewide Health Safety Net (cited separately at the state level), plus 70%-100% discounts for low-income patients.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision, so this shows as a may-qualify result.
What you'll need
- Proof of household income (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter)
- Proof of family/household size
- Proof of residency and identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-508-957-9588
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Martha's Vineyard Hospital) — Dukes. 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 proof of household income (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter), proof of family/household size, proof of residency and identification — 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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