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How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Scotland County Hospital) — Scotland
Scotland County Hospital
Who it's for
Uninsured and underinsured residents of Scotland County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Scotland County Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. 25-bed critical-access hospital at 450 East Sigler Avenue, Memphis, MO, with rural health clinics in Memphis, Lancaster, Edina and Wyaconda. The Business Office / Financial Services page carries the discount policy and procedures and a Patient Financial Services brochure; a same-day self-pay discount is described at https://scmohospital.net/patients-visitors/self-pay/. Hospital main line 660-465-8511.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision, so this shows as a may-qualify result.
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
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-660-465-7086
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Scotland County Hospital) — Scotland. 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)
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