How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Bay Area Hospital) — Coos

Bay Area Hospital

Who it's for

Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay gives free care and financial assistance to eligible patients for emergency and other hospital services, on a sliding scale with discounts from 25% to 100% based on family size and income — even if you have health insurance. Patients who do not qualify may get other discounts, such as an uninsured discount or a prompt-pay discount. Call the Patient Accounts Department at 541-266-6098.

Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • Completed financial assistance application

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-541-266-6098

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Bay Area Hospital) — Coos. 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 completed financial assistance application — 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

annual (reapply per policy)

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.