How to apply for Highpoint Health Sewanee Financial Assistance (Charity Care)
Highpoint Health — Sewanee with Ascension Saint Thomas
Who it's for
Grundy County has no in-county hospital. Highpoint Health — Sewanee (formerly Southern Tennessee Regional Health System — Sewanee), on the University of the South campus, is the nearest hospital serving Tracy City, Altamont, and Grundy County. This nonprofit hospital offers charity care and financial assistance based on family income for patients who cannot afford their bills. The financial assistance office can be reached at 931-967-8258.
Cross-county: the nearest hospital serving Grundy County is Highpoint Health — Sewanee (Franklin County). Charity care is income-based and reviewed per application, so this shows as a may-qualify result. Confirm the current income limit with the hospital's financial assistance office.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of family income (recent tax return or pay stubs)
- Household size and information on assets/resources
- Any current medical bills
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 931-967-8258
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Highpoint Health Sewanee Financial Assistance (Charity Care). 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 family income (recent tax return or pay stubs), household size and information on assets/resources, any current medical bills — 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 (240-day window)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
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