How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Rural Wellness Anadarko Hospital) — Caddo in Oklahoma

Who it's for

Rural Wellness Anadarko Hospital (formerly The Physicians' Hospital in Anadarko) has a financial assistance policy for emergency and other medically necessary care. If your family's gross income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, you can get full assistance and owe nothing. Between 200% and 300%, you get partial help on a sliding scale, paying the lesser of 20% to 80% of charges or the amount generally billed to insured patients. You may also qualify without income paperwork if you get SoonerCare, SNAP, WIC, or live in subsidized housing. Some doctors who bill separately may not be covered. Apply any time within 240 days of your first bill. Mail the application to the Business Office Manager, 1002 Central Boulevard, Anadarko, OK 73005, or call the Business Office at 405-247-2551, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

What you'll need

• Financial Assistance Application
• Two forms of identification, such as a driver's license, Social Security card, birth certificate or passport
• Most recent federal tax return (1040)
• Most recent pay stub
• Proof of SoonerCare, SNAP, WIC or other assistance (for presumptive eligibility)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Rural Wellness Anadarko Hospital) — Caddo. 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 financial Assistance Application, two forms of identification, such as a driver's license, Social Security card, birth certificate or passport, most recent federal tax return (1040) — 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 application (apply within 240 days of the first bill)