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How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Fort Memorial Hospital (Fort HealthCare)) — Jefferson

Fort Memorial Hospital (Fort HealthCare)

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Jefferson County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Fort Memorial Hospital (Fort HealthCare) for emergency and medically necessary care. Fort HealthCare offers financial assistance to patients unable to pay for medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level.

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
Identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

Renewals

annual (reapply per policy)

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