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How to apply for UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital (Norwich) — Financial Assistance (Chenango County)

United Health Services (UHS) — operates UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital (Norwich) as Chenango County's principal community hospital; part of the broader UHS system anchored in Broome (Wilson Memorial + Binghamton General)

Who it's for

Chenango County's principal community hospital safety net is UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital (Norwich, United Health Services) — Chenango's principal community hospital; tertiary referrals route to UHS Wilson Memorial + Binghamton General (Broome) or Bassett Medical Center (Cooperstown). 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 residents 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.nyuhs.org/patients-visitors/billing-financial-assistance/. Phone: 607-337-4111.

Chenango: UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital (Norwich, United Health Services) — Chenango's principal community hospital; tertiary referrals route to UHS Wilson Memorial + Binghamton General (Broome) or Bassett Medical Center (Cooperstown). NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate covers many seniors; FAP fills the gap.

What you'll need

  • Proof of household income
  • Proof of Chenango 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: 607-337-4111

Renewals

per-encounter or annual

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