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How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (MedStar St. Mary's Hospital) — St. Mary's

MedStar St. Mary's Hospital

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of St. Mary's can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at MedStar St. Mary's Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. MedStar Health uses the Maryland uniform financial assistance application across its hospitals; eligibility is determined for Maryland, DC, and northern-Virginia residents. 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

Renewals

annual (reapply per policy)

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