How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Buena Vista Regional Medical Center) — Buena Vista in Iowa
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center (BVRMC)
Who it's for
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake offers free or reduced-cost care to patients who fall below certain income and asset limits, using federal poverty guidelines. You must first use all other sources of help or coverage. Fill out, sign and date an Application for Financial Assistance and return it with all supporting papers within 30 days. Call the medical center at 712-732-4030 to ask for an application.
Charity care is income-based and set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final award decision.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Completed, signed and dated Application for Financial Assistance
- All supporting documentation
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-712-732-4030
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Buena Vista Regional Medical Center) — Buena Vista. 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 completed, signed and dated Application for Financial Assistance, all supporting documentation — 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)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.