How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Parkland Health Center, Farmington) — St. Francois

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of St. Francois County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Parkland Health Center, Farmington for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. Parkland Health Center (https://www.bjc.org/locations/parkland-health-center) is a BJC HealthCare hospital in Farmington; financial assistance is administered system-wide by BJC. The BJC page states 'BJC hospitals want to help patients who do not have health insurance or who need help paying their hospital bills' and links an Income and Discount Schedule; specific FPL percentages are in the linked policy documents, not 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 (Parkland Health Center, Farmington) — St. Francois. 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)