How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Providence Regional Medical Center Everett) — Snohomish

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Snohomish County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Providence Regional Medical Center Everett for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. Providence's system-wide financial assistance page (the state-specific URL providence.org/obp/wa/financial-assistance redirects here; Washington is a selectable state/region). Page states: 'you will likely qualify for assistance if your gross annual household income is under 175-400% of the Federal Poverty Level' and that applicants receive an answer within 30 days '(14 days in Washington)'. Financial counselors: 855-229-6466, Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. PT. The facility list on the page is dynamic, so Providence Regional Medical Center Everett is not named in static text.

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 (Providence Regional Medical Center Everett) — Snohomish. 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)