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How to apply for Swain Community Hospital — Financial Assistance (Charity Care)
Swain Community Hospital (Bryson City) — a LifePoint Health (Duke LifePoint) facility affiliated with Harris Regional Hospital in Sylva; the hospital serving Swain County.
Who it's for
Swain Community Hospital in Bryson City offers financial assistance for patients who cannot afford their care. Eligibility is based on family size and income measured against the federal poverty guidelines, using a sliding fee scale. Both insured and uninsured patients may apply. Call Patient Financial Services at 828-586-7355 for help with the application.
Financial assistance is income-based on a sliding scale tied to the federal poverty guidelines (family size and income); the hospital determines the discount after you apply.
What you'll need
- Proof of family income
- Household size information
- Proof of identity and residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-828-586-7355
Renewals
annual
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