How to apply for Bassett Healthcare Network — Little Falls Hospital — Financial Assistance (Herkimer County)

Who it's for

Herkimer County's principal community hospital safety net is Little Falls Hospital (Little Falls, Bassett Healthcare Network) — Herkimer's principal community hospital; tertiary referrals route to Bassett Medical Center (Cooperstown) or MVHS Wynn Hospital (Utica). 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 Mohawk Valley 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.bassett.org/billing-insurance/financial-assistance. Phone: 315-823-5500.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Renewals

per-encounter or annual