How to apply for Highpoint Health Winchester Financial Assistance (Franklin County)
Highpoint Health - Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas, the acute-care hospital serving Franklin County.
Who it's for
Highpoint Health - Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas (formerly Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Winchester) is the hospital serving Franklin 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.
Franklin: hospital charity care is income-based and decided under the provider's published financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final decision.
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Find my benefitsWhat 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: 931-967-8200
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Highpoint Health Winchester Financial Assistance (Franklin 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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