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How to apply for Harris Regional Hospital — Financial Assistance / Charity Care (Jackson County)

Harris Regional Hospital, a Duke LifePoint Healthcare hospital in Sylva, NC.

Who it's for

Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva is the main hospital for Jackson County and offers financial assistance to uninsured and underinsured patients who cannot afford their care. A financial counselor helps with the application and supporting documents, and charity-care and uninsured discounts may reduce or write off the bill for those who qualify. Call the financial counselor at 828-586-7355 to apply.

Financial assistance is income-based and decided by the hospital case by case. The hospital's page did not publish a specific income/FPL cutoff, so confirm thresholds and which services are covered with the financial counselor.

What you'll need

  • Completed Financial Assistance Application
  • Proof of household income
  • Information on insurance or other coverage sources

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 828-586-7355

Renewals

per application / per episode of care

Official source →Last verified · June 29, 2026

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