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How to apply for Erlanger Health Financial Assistance (Charity Care)
Erlanger Health — Chattanooga
Who it's for
Sequatchie County (Dunlap) is served by Erlanger Health in nearby Chattanooga, a public academic health system covering Southeast Tennessee. Erlanger offers charity care and discounted care based on family income and assets. In 2025, households at or below 204% of the federal poverty level qualified for free care and those at or below 322% for discounted care. Financial counselors help at 423-778-9805.
Cross-county: Sequatchie County (Dunlap) residents are served by Erlanger Health in Chattanooga. Charity care is income-based (2025 basis: free at or below 204% FPL, discount at or below 322%); each application is reviewed, so this shows as may-qualify.
What 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: 423-778-9805
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Erlanger Health 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)
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