How to apply for Emanuel Medical Center Financial Assistance — Treutlen County in Georgia

Who it's for

Treutlen County (Soperton) has no hospital of its own; residents most often use Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro. 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. Patients with income below 125% of the federal poverty guidelines may have their hospital debt forgiven, and those up to 250% may qualify for a reduced bill. Financial counselors can help you apply; the hospital may also ask you to apply for Medicaid through your county DFCS office.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income (pay stubs, Social Security award letter, tax return)
• Proof of family size and Treutlen County residency
• Completed Emanuel Medical Center financial assistance application

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Emanuel Medical Center Financial Assistance — Treutlen 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 (pay stubs, Social Security award letter, tax return), proof of family size and Treutlen County residency, completed Emanuel Medical Center financial assistance 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