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How to apply for Claiborne Medical Center Financial Assistance (Claiborne County)

Claiborne Medical Center in New Tazewell, a Covenant Health hospital serving Claiborne County.

Who it's for

Claiborne Medical Center in New Tazewell is the main hospital serving Claiborne County. As part of Covenant Health, it offers financial assistance (charity care) for emergency and medically necessary care to patients who cannot afford to pay. Eligibility is based on household income measured against the Federal Poverty Guidelines, plus a review of assets. Ask Patient Account Services for a financial assistance application or call to request one by mail.

Claiborne: Covenant Health provides charity care for emergency and medically necessary care based on income against the Federal Poverty Guidelines and an asset review; the exact percentages are set in its published financial assistance policy.

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: 865-374-3000

Renewals

per application / episode of care

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