How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (South Shore Hospital (Weymouth)) — Norfolk

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Norfolk County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at South Shore Hospital (Weymouth) for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. South Shore Hospital's billing page: 'You may be eligible for financial assistance through a public assistance program, including Connector Care Plans, MassHealth, and Health Safety Net' - financial counseling at 781-624-4329. The statewide Health Safety Net covers eligible low-income patients at all Massachusetts acute-care hospitals (https://www.mass.gov/info-details/health-safety-net-for-patients). Other Norfolk hospitals: Beth Israel Deaconess-Milton and Beth Israel Deaconess-Needham (BILH).

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

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (South Shore Hospital (Weymouth)) — Norfolk. 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)