How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (UnityPoint Health – Allen Hospital) — Black Hawk in Iowa

Who it's for

UnityPoint Health – Allen Hospital in Waterloo follows UnityPoint Health's financial assistance policy, which helps patients who cannot reasonably pay for some or all of their care, including uninsured and underinsured patients. You can apply online through MyUnityPoint, or download the policy and application. A patient financial counselor in Waterloo can explain the program and help with Medicaid applications: call 319-235-3737. To apply by phone or check on an application, call the Financial Assistance team at 1-833-874-4243.

What you'll need

• Financial Assistance Application
• Required documents requested in the application

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (UnityPoint Health – Allen Hospital) — Black Hawk. 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 financial Assistance Application, required documents requested in the 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

annual (reapply per policy)