How to apply for Hackensack Meridian Health (Hackensack University Medical Center) + Englewood Health + Holy Name + Valley — Financial Assistance (Bergen County)

Who it's for

Bergen County hospital safety net is Bergen = Hackensack Meridian flagship + Englewood + Holy Name + Valley. NJ's most competitive hospital market.. ALL NJ acute-care hospitals participate in the NJ Hospital Care Payment Assistance Program (NJHCPAP, formerly Charity Care) — 100% covered ≤200% FPL, sliding scale to 300% FPL — this applies in every NJ county. Each system also operates its own Financial Assistance Program above NJHCPAP for those between 300-400% FPL. Apply at the hospital's financial counseling office or at https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/pay-bill/financial-assistance. Phone: 551-996-5000.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Bergen County / NJ residency
• Photo identification
• Proof of uninsured status or insurance gap
• Hospital bill or pre-treatment estimate

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hackensack Meridian Health (Hackensack University Medical Center) + Englewood Health + Holy Name + Valley — Financial Assistance (Bergen County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of household income, proof of bergen county / nj residency, photo identification — is anything else required? What is the best next step?”

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

per-encounter or annual