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How to apply for Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital Financial Assistance (Bedford County)

Vanderbilt Health, the health system that operates Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital.

Who it's for

Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital in Shelbyville (formerly Tennova Healthcare-Shelbyville) is the county hospital for Bedford County. The hospital offers financial assistance (charity care) and uninsured discounts for emergency and other medically necessary care to patients who cannot afford to pay. Apply using the hospital's financial assistance application, and call the billing office for help with the process.

Bedford: hospital charity care is income-based and decided under the provider's published financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final decision.

What you'll need

  • Completed hospital financial assistance application
  • Proof of household income
  • Proof of identity and residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 615-936-0910

Renewals

per application / episode of care

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