How to apply for Evangelical Community Hospital + Geisinger Selinsgrove — Financial Assistance (Snyder County)

Who it's for

Snyder County's principal community hospital safety net is Snyder County has no in-county hospital. Residents access Evangelical Community Hospital (Lewisburg, Union, ~15 min north) + Geisinger Selinsgrove outpatient + Geisinger Medical Center Danville (Montour) for tertiary care.. 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.geisinger.org/patient-care/billing-financial-assistance. Phone: 570-374-6203.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Snyder 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 Evangelical Community Hospital + Geisinger Selinsgrove — Financial Assistance (Snyder 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 snyder 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