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How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Garrett Regional Medical Center) — Garrett
Garrett Regional Medical Center (WVU Medicine)
Who it's for
Uninsured and underinsured residents of Garrett can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Garrett Regional Medical Center for emergency and medically necessary care. Garrett Regional's Caring Program (WVU Medicine) offers financial assistance evaluated case by case, including special circumstances. Maryland law requires every hospital to offer financial assistance with state-set minimums.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy under Maryland's HSCRC rules; the hospital makes the final award decision.
What you'll need
- Proof of household income (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter)
- Proof of household size
- Identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-301-533-4000
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Garrett Regional Medical Center) — Garrett. 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 household size, 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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