How to apply for Colquitt Regional Medical Center Financial Assistance — Colquitt County in Georgia

Who it's for

Colquitt Regional Medical Center in Moultrie serves Colquitt County (Moultrie). The hospital's financial assistance (charity care) program offers free or discounted care to lower-income, uninsured, and underinsured patients, based on a review of household income and family size compared with the federal poverty guidelines. Those who qualify are never billed more than the amounts generally billed to insured patients. The hospital also offers sliding-scale discounts, no-interest payment plans, and help applying for Medicaid. Call the Financial Counseling Department at 229-891-9429; the office is in the hospital's main lobby.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income (check stubs, income tax return, or a written statement from your employer)
• Completed Colquitt Regional financial assistance (Indigent Care Trust Fund) application

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Colquitt Regional Medical Center Financial Assistance — Colquitt County. 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 (check stubs, income tax return, or a written statement from your employer), completed Colquitt Regional financial assistance (Indigent Care Trust Fund) application — 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

per application / eligibility period