How to apply for Montefiore Nyack Hospital — Financial Assistance (Rockland County)

Who it's for

Rockland County's principal community hospital safety net is Montefiore Nyack Hospital — Rockland's principal community hospital; Good Samaritan Hospital (Suffern, Bon Secours Charity Health System / Westchester Medical Center) is the secondary. 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 Hudson 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.montefiorenyack.org/patients-visitors/financial-services/. Phone: 845-348-2000.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Rockland 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 Montefiore Nyack Hospital — Financial Assistance (Rockland 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 rockland 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