How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Ferry County Memorial Hospital (Ferry County Health)) — Ferry

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Ferry County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Ferry County Memorial Hospital (Ferry County Health) for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. Critical-access hospital in Republic. The site links 'Click here to see the Ferry County Health financial assistance policy' (Charity Care Policy PDF) and a Charity Care Financial Assistance Application PDF; policy details live in PDFs linked from the fcphd.org site. WA hospital charity care is mandatory under RCW 70.170.

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 (Ferry County Memorial Hospital (Ferry County Health)) — Ferry. 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)