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How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital / UVA Medical Center (Charlottesville area)) — Fluvanna

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital / UVA Medical Center (Charlottesville area) — Sentara Health / UVA Health

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Fluvanna County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital / UVA Medical Center (Charlottesville area) 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 hospitals are Sentara Martha Jefferson (Pantops) and UVA Medical Center in the Charlottesville area, roughly 20-25 miles from Palmyra. UVA FAP: https://uvahealth.com/support/billing-and-insurance/financial-aid

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.

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

Apply online: official application

Renewals

annual (reapply per policy)

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