How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Dickenson Community Hospital) — Dickenson

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Dickenson County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Dickenson Community Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. In-county hospital in Clintwood (critical-access, Ballad Health). Phone is Ballad's billing/financial-assistance line shown on the hospital's Ballad page; financial assistance is determined from family income, assets and liabilities per the system FAP page.

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 (Dickenson Community Hospital) — Dickenson. 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)