Benefits · Healthcare
How to apply for ECU Health Charity Care — Beaufort Hospital (Hyde County)
ECU Health Beaufort Hospital in the city of Washington (Beaufort County), a campus of ECU Health Medical Center; a nearest ECU Health hospital serving remote Hyde County.
Who it's for
Hyde County has no hospital of its own. The nearest ECU Health hospitals include ECU Health Beaufort Hospital in the city of Washington and the flagship ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. ECU Health offers charity care (financial assistance) for emergency and medically necessary care to patients who cannot afford to pay. Ask for a financial assistance application or call the business office.
Hyde: no in-county hospital; this rural county is served by ECU Health facilities (Beaufort Hospital in the city of Washington; ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville). Charity care depends on household income and the system's published policy.
What you'll need
- Completed ECU Health financial assistance application
- Proof of household income
- Proof of identity and residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-800-788-4473
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about ECU Health Charity Care — Beaufort Hospital (Hyde County). 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 ecu health financial assistance application, proof of household income, proof of identity and residency — 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 / episode of care
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