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How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (VCU Medical Center) — Richmond City
VCU Medical Center — VCU Health
Who it's for
Uninsured and underinsured residents of the City of Richmond can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at VCU Medical Center for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. Downtown Richmond academic medical center. Financial counselors screen for Medicaid, the state Indigent Care Program and charity care; free care below the federal poverty level and discounted care under the state-sponsored indigent care program for income under 200% FPL.
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
By phone: 1-804-828-0966
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (VCU Medical Center) — Richmond City. 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)
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