How to apply for RWJBarnabas Health (Newark Beth Israel + Cooperman Barnabas) Financial Assistance (Essex County)

Who it's for

Essex County has three RWJBarnabas hospitals: Newark Beth Israel (Newark, urban safety-net flagship), Clara Maass (Belleville), Cooperman Barnabas (Livingston). All participate in NJ Hospital Care Payment Assistance Program (NJHCPAP, formerly Charity Care) — covers 100% of hospital bills for NJ residents below 200% FPL, sliding scale up to 300% FPL. Apply via the hospital's financial counseling office or rwjbh.org/billing-financial-assistance. NJHCPAP is NJ-mandated and applies at ALL acute-care hospitals statewide.

What you'll need

• Proof of Essex County / NJ residency
• Photo identification
• Proof of age 60+ or 62+ (where applicable)
• Proof of household income (where applicable)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about RWJBarnabas Health (Newark Beth Israel + Cooperman Barnabas) Financial Assistance (Essex 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 essex county / nj residency, photo identification, proof of age 60+ or 62+ (where applicable) — 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

annual