How to apply for Highland District Hospital (Hillsboro, INDEPENDENT) — Financial Assistance (Highland County) in Ohio

Who it's for

Highland District Hospital in Hillsboro is the county's independent community hospital. Under Ohio's Hospital Care Assurance Program (HCAP), Ohio residents with income at or below 100% of the federal poverty level who are not on Medicaid can get basic, medically necessary hospital care free. The hospital's own Financial Assistance Program may discount part of the bill for households up to 200% of the poverty level. Print and sign the application from the hospital's Financial Assistance page and return it with proof of income to Patient Financial Services, 1275 N High St, Hillsboro, OH 45133. Questions: Patient Financial Services at 937-840-6512.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Highland County / Ohio 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 Highland District Hospital (Hillsboro, INDEPENDENT) — Financial Assistance (Highland 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 Highland County / Ohio 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