How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend) — Lane
PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend
Who it's for
PeaceHealth runs Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield, Lane County's largest hospital, plus PeaceHealth hospitals in Florence and Cottage Grove. Patients can apply for PeaceHealth financial assistance before, during or after care. It covers medically necessary, urgent and emergency care, with help based on the Federal Poverty Guidelines adjusted for family size, and no patient is denied care for inability to pay. Call PeaceHealth Patient Financial Services at 877-202-3597.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision.
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Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Completed financial assistance application
- Income verification (required for the application to be evaluated)
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-877-202-3597
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend) — Lane. 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, income verification (required for the application to be evaluated) — 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)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
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