How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Aiken Regional Medical Centers) — Barnwell

Aiken Regional Medical Centers

Who it's for

Barnwell County has no hospital. Aiken Regional Medical Centers in Aiken is the nearest full-service hospital. The hospital says financial assistance and uninsured or underinsured discounts are available to eligible patients. Call the hospital at 803-641-5000 to ask about discounts and how to apply.

Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • Proof of household income (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter)
  • Proof of household size
  • Identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-803-641-5000

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Aiken Regional Medical Centers) — Barnwell. 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 (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter), proof of household size, 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

annual (reapply per policy)

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.