How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital) — Dorchester
HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital, A part of Trident Hospital (HCA Healthcare)
Who it's for
HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital in Summerville offers financial assistance for emergency or medically necessary care. HCA's policy says patients with household income from 0 to 200% of the federal poverty level usually get a 100% charity discount, and patients with balances over $1,500 and income between 201% and 400% may get their bill reduced. Contact the hospital at 843-832-5000 to ask how to apply.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision.
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Find my benefitsWhat 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: 1-843-832-5000
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (HCA Healthcare Summerville Hospital) — Dorchester. 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)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
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