How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Barnes-Jewish Hospital) — St. Louis City

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of the City of St. Louis can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Barnes-Jewish Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. Barnes-Jewish Hospital (https://www.barnesjewish.org/) is the primary hospital in the City of St. Louis. BJC's financial-assistance page provides a downloadable Financial Assistance Application, an Income and Discount Schedule, and the Financial Assistance Policy (standard and large-print); phone 314-747-8845, toll-free 844-747-8845. Materials are available in 19+ languages. SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is the other major city hospital (SSM financial assistance: 888-918-3512).

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 (Barnes-Jewish Hospital) — St. Louis City. 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)