How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital) — Brunswick

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Brunswick County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. No in-county hospital; nearest is VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital in South Hill (Mecklenburg County), ~18 miles from Lawrenceville. CMH's own billing page (vcuhealth.org/community-memorial-hospital/patients-and-visitors/patient-resources/billing-and-insurance/, main line 434-447-3151) links to the cited system financial-assistance page ('free care to patients with income below the Federal Poverty Level and a slide scale discount for patients with incomes less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level').

What 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

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital) — Brunswick. 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)