How to apply for Houston County Community Hospital Financial Assistance (Houston County)
Houston County Community Hospital (Braden Health), a critical access hospital in Erin.
Who it's for
Houston County Community Hospital in Erin is the critical access hospital in Houston County. Patients who receive emergency or medically necessary care and cannot afford to pay can ask the hospital's billing office about charity care and financial assistance. Federal rules require the hospital to have a written financial assistance policy for patients with low income. Call the hospital to request an application.
Houston: charity care at Houston County Community Hospital is income-based and handled through the hospital's billing office; the hospital makes the final decision. Contact the billing office for the current financial assistance policy.
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Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Financial assistance application from the hospital billing office
- Proof of household income
- Proof of identity and residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 931-289-4211
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Houston County Community Hospital Financial Assistance (Houston 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 financial assistance application from the hospital billing office, 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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