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How to apply for Evangelical Community Hospital (Lewisburg, Independent) — Financial Assistance (Union County)

Evangelical Community Hospital (Lewisburg) is Union County's principal community hospital — independent community hospital, not affiliated with Geisinger, UPMC, or Penn State Health. Distinctive — most central PA counties have Geisinger or UPMC affiliations; Evangelical is a remaining independent. Lewisburg Federal Penitentiary's healthcare is separately operated.

Who it's for

Union County's principal community hospital safety net is Evangelical Community Hospital (Lewisburg, Union, INDEPENDENT) is Union's principal community hospital. Distinctive — one of central PA's remaining independent hospitals.. 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.evanhospital.com/billing-and-insurance/financial-assistance. Phone: 570-522-2000.

Union: Evangelical Community Hospital (Lewisburg, Union, INDEPENDENT) is Union's principal community hospital. Distinctive — one of central PA's remaining independent hospitals.. Central PA = Geisinger heartland + UPMC/Guthrie/Conemaugh-LifePoint expansion.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 570-522-2000

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Evangelical Community Hospital (Lewisburg, Independent) — Financial Assistance (Union 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 union county / pa residency, photo identificationis 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

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