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How to apply for Vanderbilt Health Financial Assistance (Davidson County)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (Vanderbilt Health), the major academic health system serving Nashville and Middle Tennessee.
Who it's for
Vanderbilt University Medical Center is the largest hospital system in Davidson County. Vanderbilt Health offers financial assistance (charity care) that discounts or waives bills for uninsured and underinsured patients, based on household income and family size compared with the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Apply online or call customer service, or email financial.assistance@vumc.org.
Davidson: Vanderbilt Health financial assistance is income-based and decided under the system's published policy; the hospital makes the final decision. A decision is usually made within 30 days of a complete application.
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: 615-322-5000
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Vanderbilt Health Financial Assistance (Davidson County). 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 completed hospital financial assistance application, proof of household income, proof of identity and residency — 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
per application / episode of care
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