How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (MercyOne Clinton Medical Center) — Clinton in Iowa

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center (Trinity Health)

Who it's for

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center offers financial assistance based on income. If you earn 200% or less of the Federal Poverty Level, you can get a full discount on medically necessary care; between 201% and 400%, you may get a partial discount. Patients with very high medical bills (over 20% of household income in the past 12 months) may also get discounts, and interest-free short-term payment plans are offered. Call Patient Financial Services at 563-244-5678.

Charity care is set by the hospital's financial assistance policy; the hospital makes the final decision on any discount.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • Completed MercyOne Financial Assistance Application
  • Call to ask what income papers to include

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-563-244-5678

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (MercyOne Clinton Medical Center) — Clinton. 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 MercyOne Financial Assistance Application, call to ask what income papers to include — 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)

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.