How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Saint Francis Medical Center) — Bollinger

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Bollinger County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Saint Francis Medical Center for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. No hospital in Bollinger County; nearest full-service hospital is Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau (~30 min from Marble Hill). FAP page verbatim: 'If you cannot pay your hospital bill(s), Saint Francis offers three options under our Financial Assistance Program.' Includes an automatic 75% uninsured-patient reduction plus application-based assistance; no FPL table is published on the page.

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 (Saint Francis Medical Center) — Bollinger. 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)