How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Yuma District Hospital (Yuma Hospital & Clinics)) — Yuma in Colorado

Who it's for

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Yuma County can apply for financial assistance at Yuma Hospital & Clinics (Yuma District Hospital) for emergency and medically necessary care. Under Colorado's Hospital Discounted Care law, patients with household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty guidelines may qualify for free care (a 100% discount) on emergency and medically necessary services, and payment plans are capped at 4% of monthly household income. Call 970-848-4815 for help applying.

What you'll need

• Government-issued photo ID
• Proof of household income (pay stubs for the last 4 weeks, most recent tax return, or Social Security/benefit statement)
• Bank statements for all checking and savings accounts (last 2 months) and investment statements

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Yuma District Hospital (Yuma Hospital & Clinics)) — Yuma. 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 government-issued photo ID, proof of household income (pay stubs for the last 4 weeks, most recent tax return, or Social Security/benefit statement), bank statements for all checking and savings accounts (last 2 months) and investment statements — 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)