How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Phelps Health) — Maries

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Maries County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Phelps Health for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. Nearest hospital; Maries County has no hospital. The Phelps Health plain-language summary states: 'You may be eligible for full or partial financial assistance if your household income is at or below 225% of the federal poverty level' and names its primary service area as 'Phelps, Dent, Texas, Pulaski, Maries, Crawford, Osage, Gasconade, Laclede, Camden and Miller'. Full policy: https://phelpshealth.org/patients-visitors/patient-financial-assistance/financial-assistance-policy

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 (Phelps Health) — Maries. 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)