How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Newport Hospital & Health Services) — Pend Oreille

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Pend Oreille County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Newport Hospital & Health Services for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. Charity care per the hospital's Financial Assistance Policy: 'Our Financial Assistance Program is based on a sliding fee schedule extending up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Level.' Site returns 403 to plain fetchers - fetched with a browser user agent.

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 (Newport Hospital & Health Services) — Pend Oreille. 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)