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How to apply for Watauga Medical Center — Financial Assistance (Watauga County)
UNC Health Appalachian (Watauga Medical Center)
Who it's for
Watauga Medical Center in Boone, part of UNC Health Appalachian, offers a financial assistance program for patients who cannot afford their care. Financial counselors help patients apply for free or discounted care, interest-free payment plans, and other programs. Applications can be picked up at the hospital, mailed, or requested by phone at 828-262-4110.
Eligibility is decided by household income and the hospital's financial assistance policy. Apply through the hospital's financial counseling office. The hospital makes the final determination. Not legal or financial advice.
What you'll need
- Proof of household income
- Proof of identity and residency
- Completed financial assistance application
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-828-262-4110
Renewals
annual
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