Benefits · Healthcare
How to apply for Saratoga Hospital — Financial Assistance (Saratoga County)
Saratoga Hospital — independent community hospital and Saratoga County's principal hospital; affiliated with Albany Medical Center for tertiary referrals
Who it's for
Saratoga County's principal community hospital safety net is Saratoga Hospital (Saratoga Springs) — Saratoga's independent community hospital; tertiary referrals route to Albany Medical Center. 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 Capital Region 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.saratogahospital.org/billing/financial-assistance/. Phone: 518-587-3222.
Saratoga: Saratoga Hospital (Saratoga Springs) — Saratoga's independent community hospital; tertiary referrals route to Albany Medical Center. NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate covers many seniors; FAP fills the gap.
What you'll need
- Proof of household income
- Proof of Saratoga 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: 518-587-3222
Renewals
per-encounter or annual
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