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How to apply for Atrium Health and Novant Health Financial Assistance (Mecklenburg County)
Atrium Health (Advocate Health), whose Carolinas Medical Center is the main public safety-net hospital in Charlotte, and Novant Health, which also operates hospitals in Mecklenburg County.
Who it's for
Atrium Health (including Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte) and Novant Health are the main hospitals serving Mecklenburg County. Atrium Health gives free care to patients with household income at or below 300% of the federal poverty guidelines, and an automatic 50% discount to uninsured patients. Novant Health offers its own financial assistance for patients who cannot afford care. Ask for a financial assistance application or call the billing office.
Mecklenburg: Atrium Health gives free care at or below 300% of the federal poverty level and a 50% uninsured discount; Novant Health has its own policy. Award depends on household income and the hospital's published policy.
What you'll need
- Completed hospital financial assistance application
- Proof of household income
- Proof of identity and residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 704-512-7171
Renewals
per application / episode of care
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