How to apply for Sliding fee discount (Hale County Hospital clinics) — Hale in Alabama

Who it's for

Hale County Hospital in Greensboro is the county's hospital. Its two clinics, Hale County Hospital Clinic in Greensboro and Moundville Medical Associates, offer a Sliding Fee Scale program with free or discounted care for uninsured or underinsured people with limited means. Patients with income at or below 100% of the federal poverty level pay a $7 fee per visit, and those up to 200% pay on a sliding scale. Staff can also give financial counseling. Call the Greensboro clinic at 334-624-4442.

What you'll need

• Sliding Fee Scale application
• Proof of income: one of prior-year W-2, two most recent pay stubs, a letter from your employer, or IRS Form 4506-T

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Sliding fee discount (Hale County Hospital clinics) — Hale. 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 sliding Fee Scale application, proof of income: one of prior-year W-2, two most recent pay stubs, a letter from your employer, or IRS Form 4506-T — 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)