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How to apply for Val Verde Regional Medical Center Financial Assistance (300% FPL)

Val Verde Regional Medical Center (Del Rio) — the principal hospital for Val Verde County and a regional referral hospital for the Middle Rio Grande border region; offers a Financial Assistance Program at 300% Federal Poverty Level — DISTINCTIVE among modeled TX private/critical-access hospitals

Who it's for

Val Verde Regional Medical Center is the principal hospital in Del Rio (Val Verde County) and a regional referral hospital for the Middle Rio Grande border region. The hospital offers a DISTINCTIVE Financial Assistance Policy: eligibility extends up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Level — more generous than most modeled rural Texas hospitals (typical: 200% FPL). Reduced or no-charge services for emergency or other medically necessary care; no one is denied access due to inability to pay. Eligibility is based on Federal Poverty Guidelines, dependents, and gross annual income with supportive income documentation. Apply by calling the financial counselor at 830-778-3715. Applications mailed at no cost upon request. For VAL VERDE COUNTY CIHCP additional safety net, call the county at 830-774-7501.

Val Verde Regional's 300% FPL threshold is GENEROUS for a regional rural Texas hospital. Val Verde County CIHCP (Texas Chapter 61) provides additional coverage at 21% FPL.

What you'll need

  • Completed Val Verde Regional Medical Center Financial Assistance application
  • Proof of all household income
  • Proof of household dependents
  • Photo identification
  • Proof of Val Verde County or service area residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 830-778-3715

Renewals

per encounter; documentation refresh required for ongoing care

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