How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Union Medical Center (Spartanburg Regional)) — Union

Who it's for

Patients at Union Medical Center, a Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System hospital in Union, can apply for free or discounted care through Spartanburg Regional's Financial Assistance Program if they have no health insurance or limited financial resources. Households with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines may qualify, and partial help is possible above that. Apply online in MyChart, or by mail or email with proof of income and an asset questionnaire. Call Financial Services at 864-596-1001 or toll-free 800-281-5346 for help with the forms. A written decision usually comes within 30 days.

What you'll need

• Proof of income (most recent tax return with all schedules; if you did not file, your three most recent pay stubs)
• Social Security or unemployment benefit statements, if any
• Asset questionnaire with the most recent month's bank statement
• Provider statement, if someone else helps pay your expenses

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Union Medical Center (Spartanburg Regional)) — Union. 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 income (most recent tax return with all schedules; if you did not file, your three most recent pay stubs), social Security or unemployment benefit statements, if any, asset questionnaire with the most recent month's bank statement — 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)