How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Henderson County Community Hospital, Lexington) — Henderson

Who it's for

Henderson County Community Hospital in Lexington, restored and reopened by Braden Health after a period of closure, runs a 24/7 emergency department, inpatient care, imaging and lab. It offers "self-pay pricing, payment plans, and a financial assistance program based on household income" for uninsured or under-insured patients: complete the financial assistance application posted on its Insurance Information page or ask for a financial counselor at registration, and bring the form to your appointment (business office 731-968-1855, main line 731-968-3646). For care at West Tennessee Healthcare's Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, the system's own financial assistance program applies: free care generally below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines and sliding-scale discounts between 200 and 400 percent; call Patient Financial Services at 731-541-8730.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Henderson County Community Hospital, Lexington) — Henderson. 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