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How to apply for ECU Health Charity Care — Chowan Hospital (Tyrrell County)
ECU Health Chowan Hospital, Edenton (Chowan County), a Critical Access Hospital in the ECU Health system; a nearest ECU Health hospital serving Tyrrell County.
Who it's for
Tyrrell County has no hospital of its own. The nearest hospitals include ECU Health Chowan Hospital in Edenton and Washington Regional Medical Center in nearby Plymouth. 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.
Tyrrell: no in-county hospital; nearest are ECU Health Chowan (Edenton) and Washington Regional Medical Center (Plymouth). ECU Health 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
Renewals
per application / episode of care
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