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

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: the full bill can be written off at or below 200% of the poverty level, with a sliding discount between 200% and 300%. 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

• Completed Charity Care/Financial Assistance Application
• Proof of income for every family member 18 or older (W-2, current pay stubs for 3 months, last year's tax return, or a signed statement if you have no paperwork)

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 completed Charity Care/Financial Assistance Application, proof of income for every family member 18 or older (W-2, current pay stubs for 3 months, last year's tax return, or a signed statement if you have no paperwork) — 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)