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How to apply for Auburn Community Hospital — Financial Assistance (Cayuga County)

Auburn Community Hospital — independent community hospital and Cayuga County's principal hospital; tertiary referrals route to Syracuse hospitals (SUNY Upstate, St. Joseph's, Crouse)

Who it's for

Cayuga County's principal community hospital safety net is Auburn Community Hospital (Auburn) — Cayuga's independent principal community hospital; tertiary referrals route to Syracuse. The Financial Assistance Program covers uninsured/underinsured residents — sliding scale typically discounts charges up to 100% at the lower income brackets with reduced rates above. Note: NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate means many Central NY seniors qualify for Medicaid and would access these hospitals through Medicaid rather than FAP. Apply at the hospital's financial counseling office or at https://www.auburnhospital.org/about-us/patient-financial-services/. Phone: 315-255-7011.

Cayuga: Auburn Community Hospital (Auburn) — Cayuga's independent principal community hospital; tertiary referrals route to Syracuse. NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate covers many seniors; FAP fills the gap.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 315-255-7011

Renewals

per-encounter or annual

Official source →Last verified · June 8, 2026

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