How to apply for Hospital Financial Assistance (Regional Health Services of Howard County) — Howard in Iowa

Regional Health Services of Howard County (Cresco)

Who it's for

Regional Health Services of Howard County (RHSHC) in Cresco lets any patient apply for financial assistance. You will need to give the supporting documents the application asks for. Applications are available in English and Spanish, and RHSHC also has Medicaid applications. For questions, or to get forms in another language, call 563-547-2101 and ask to speak with the Financial Counselor.

Financial assistance is set by the hospital's own policy, and the hospital makes the final decision. Apply as soon as you know you will have trouble paying a bill.

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

  • Financial Assistance Application
  • Supporting documentation listed in the application

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-563-547-2101

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital Financial Assistance (Regional Health Services of Howard County) — Howard. 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, supporting documentation listed 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)

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