How to apply for Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital + Main Line Health Paoli + Tower Health Brandywine — Financial Assistance (Chester County)

Who it's for

Chester County's principal community hospital safety net is Chester County Hospital (West Chester, Penn Medicine) is Chester's flagship; Paoli Hospital (Main Line Health); Brandywine Hospital (Coatesville, Tower Health); tertiary referrals route to Penn Medicine in Philadelphia.. Each system operates a Financial Assistance Program (sliding scale typically to 300-400% FPL). Note: PA Medicaid ABD is STRICT (~$989/month income), so many low-income suburban seniors fall above Medicaid and rely on hospital FAPs. The Philly Suburbs collectively have one of the most competitive hospital landscapes in the country — patients usually have choice between 3+ systems. Apply at the hospital's financial counseling office or at https://www.pennmedicine.org/for-patients-and-visitors/billing-and-insurance/financial-assistance. Phone: 610-431-5000.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Chester County / PA 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 Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital + Main Line Health Paoli + Tower Health Brandywine — Financial Assistance (Chester 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 chester county / pa 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