How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Singing River Health System) — Jackson in Mississippi

Who it's for

Singing River Health System, a public health system owned by Jackson County, has a Financial Assistance Program for people whose remaining "self-pay" balances are more than they can pay. You must live in Jackson, Harrison, Hancock, George or Stone County. Apply within 240 days of discharge with a complete application and a signed consent for a soft credit check, which does not hurt your credit score. Send proof of income for each family member (such as tax returns, pay stubs, award letters for Social Security, disability or pension, and a current bank statement), proof of residency such as a driver's license or utility bill, and proof of dependents if needed. Get an application at any Singing River hospital, online through MySingingRiver, or by download. Some doctors and services are not covered. For questions, call Financial Services at 228-762-8876.

What you'll need

• Completed financial assistance application and signed credit-check consent
• Proof of income for each family member (tax return, pay stubs, award letters, current bank statement)
• Proof of residency (such as a driver's license, lease or utility bill)
• Proof of dependents, if any

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Singing River Health System) — Jackson. 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 financial assistance application and signed credit-check consent, proof of income for each family member (tax return, pay stubs, award letters, current bank statement), proof of residency (such as a driver's license, lease or utility bill) — 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)