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How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center) — Montgomery
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
Who it's for
Uninsured and underinsured residents of Montgomery can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center for emergency and medically necessary care. Adventist HealthCare provides free care at or below 200% of the federal poverty level and sliding-scale discounts above that (per its assistance page). 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: 1-301-315-3660
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center) — Montgomery. 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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