How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Macon Community Hospital) — Macon County
Macon Community Hospital (Lafayette, Macon County)
Who it's for
Macon Community Hospital in Lafayette serves Macon County. Uninsured and underinsured patients with household income below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level can qualify for the hospital's charity care program for emergency and medically necessary treatment, and will not be charged more than the amount generally billed to insured patients. The hospital also offers a 40% self-pay discount for patients without insurance. Financial counselors are available on weekdays to help with the application.
Charity care is income-based (the hospital lists free care below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, plus a 40% self-pay discount); the hospital makes the final award decision, so this shows as a may-qualify result.
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 household income (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter)
- Proof of family/household size
- Proof of residency and identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-615-666-2147
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Macon Community Hospital) — Macon 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 proof of household income (tax return, pay stubs, or benefit award letter), proof of family/household size, proof of residency and identification — 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
annual (reapply per policy)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
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