How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (University of Mississippi Medical Center) — Hinds

Who it's for

The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Jackson is the state's public academic hospital. Its financial assistance program offers free or reduced-cost care for medically necessary services, based on family size and income, even if you have health insurance. Apply with the UMMC Financial Assistance Application and supporting documents: by mail, through MyChart, during your hospital stay, or in person at the Health Care Benefit Office, Room H144, 2500 North State Street, Jackson. Call a UMMC Health Care Benefit Coordinator at (601) 815-9430 for help or to be screened by phone.

What you'll need

• Completed UMMC Financial Assistance Application
• Proof of identity: driver's license, state ID or passport
• Proof of income, such as an IRS 1040 or 1099, most recent check stub, or Social Security, SSI, pension or retirement benefit letter
• IRS Non-filing Letter if you did not file a federal tax return
• Proof of residency: lease agreement, utility bill or voter's registration card

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (University of Mississippi Medical Center) — Hinds. 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 completed UMMC Financial Assistance Application, proof of identity: driver's license, state ID or passport, proof of income, such as an IRS 1040 or 1099, most recent check stub, or Social Security, SSI, pension or retirement benefit letter — 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

per application