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How to apply for Ellis Medicine — Financial Assistance (Schenectady County)
Ellis Medicine — independent community hospital system operating Ellis Hospital (Schenectady), Bellevue Woman's Center, and McClellan Street Health Center; Schenectady County's principal hospital
Who it's for
Schenectady County's principal community hospital safety net is Ellis Hospital (Schenectady) — Schenectady's principal 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.ellismedicine.org/billing-financial-assistance/. Phone: 518-243-4000.
Schenectady: Ellis Hospital (Schenectady) — Schenectady's principal 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 Schenectady 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: 518-243-4000
Renewals
per-encounter or annual
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