How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Riverview Regional Medical Center) — Smith County
Riverview Regional Medical Center (Carthage, Smith County) — Highpoint Health / Ascension Saint Thomas
Who it's for
Riverview Regional Medical Center in Carthage is a critical-access hospital serving Smith County. Its financial assistance program helps uninsured and underinsured patients who come for emergency or medically necessary care. Awards are based on a comparison of household income and resources to the Federal Poverty Level guidelines. Financial counselors help patients apply and find solutions to cover the cost of care.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; 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: 1-615-735-1560
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Riverview Regional Medical Center) — Smith 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.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.