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How to apply for Starr Regional Medical Center Financial Assistance (McMinn County)

Starr Regional Medical Center (Athens and Etowah), the hospital serving McMinn County

Who it's for

Starr Regional Medical Center, with campuses in Athens and Etowah, is the main hospital serving McMinn County. It provides care regardless of ability to pay and offers financial assistance and payment options to patients who qualify. Contact the financial services office to ask about charity care and to request an application.

McMinn County: Starr Regional's financial assistance is income-based and reviewed case by case, so this shows as a may-qualify result. Contact the financial services office to confirm eligibility and apply.

What you'll need

  • Proof of household income (pay stubs, Social Security award letter, tax return)
  • Proof of household size and McMinn County residency
  • Completed hospital financial assistance application

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-855-270-1593

Renewals

per application / eligibility period

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