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How to apply for CarolinaEast Medical Center Financial Assistance (Craven County)
CarolinaEast Medical Center, New Bern (CarolinaEast Health System) — independent community hospital.
Who it's for
CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern is the main hospital serving Craven County. It offers charity (financial assistance) for medically necessary care to patients who cannot afford to pay. Uninsured self-pay patients receive a discount on medically necessary services, and patients with household income at or below the published threshold may receive free care. Apply by asking for a financial assistance application or calling the business office.
Craven: CarolinaEast provides free care for households at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines and a discount for other uninsured patients, per the hospital's published policy.
What you'll need
- Completed CarolinaEast financial assistance application
- Proof of household income (prior-year tax return or recent pay stubs)
- Proof of identity and residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 252-633-8701
Renewals
per application / episode of care
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