How to apply for Ballad Health Johnson City Medical Center Financial Assistance (Washington County)

Ballad Health, the integrated regional health system serving Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.

Who it's for

Ballad Health is the dominant hospital system in Washington County, anchored by Johnson City Medical Center, the region's tertiary hospital. Ballad Health offers financial assistance (charity care) and uninsured discounts for emergency and other medically necessary care to patients who cannot afford to pay. Apply online, by mail, or at the hospital, and call the financial assistance line at 1-888-288-5174 for help.

Washington: Ballad Health charity care is income-based and decided under the system's published financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final decision.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • Completed Ballad Health financial assistance application
  • Proof of household income
  • Proof of identity and residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-888-288-5174

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Ballad Health Johnson City Medical Center Financial Assistance (Washington 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 completed Ballad Health financial assistance application, 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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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.