How to apply for UPMC Williamsport + UPMC Lock Haven + Geisinger Jersey Shore — Financial Assistance (Lycoming County)

Who it's for

Lycoming County's principal community hospital safety net is UPMC Williamsport (Williamsport, UPMC since 2016 Susquehanna Health acquisition) is Lycoming's flagship + teaching hospital; Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital (Jersey Shore, Geisinger affiliate) serves western Lycoming. UPMC vs. Geisinger competition is active here.. Each system operates a Financial Assistance Program (sliding scale typically to 300-400% FPL). Note: PA Medicaid ABD is STRICT (~$989/month), so many low-income seniors fall above Medicaid and rely on hospital FAPs. Central PA hospital landscape is dominated by Geisinger Health System (anchored at Geisinger Medical Center Danville, Montour County) with UPMC and Guthrie expansions. Apply at the hospital's financial counseling office or at https://www.upmc.com/patients-visitors/billing-financial-assistance. Phone: 570-321-1000.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Lycoming County / PA residency
• Photo identification
• Proof of uninsured status or insurance gap
• Hospital bill or pre-treatment estimate

Where to apply

Renewals

per-encounter or annual