How to apply for Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) — Wynn Hospital + Rome Health — Financial Assistance (Oneida County)

Who it's for

Oneida County's principal community hospital safety net is Wynn Hospital (Utica, MVHS) — the new flagship academic-affiliated tertiary referral hospital for the entire Mohawk Valley region (opened 2023); Rome Health (Rome, MVHS) serves western Oneida. 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.mvhealthsystem.org/billing-and-financial-assistance. Phone: 315-624-6000.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Oneida County / NY 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 Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) — Wynn Hospital + Rome Health — Financial Assistance (Oneida 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 oneida county / ny 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