How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (Clarinda Regional Health Center and Shenandoah Medical Center) — Page in Iowa

Who it's for

Page County has two hospitals. Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) does not deny anyone services because they cannot pay, and it has a discounted, sliding fee schedule based on family size and income; staff can explain payment plans and other help. Download the CRHC Financial Assistance Application or call the CRHC Billing Office at (712) 542-2176. In Shenandoah, Shenandoah Medical Center's Patient Financial Counselor helps with billing, insurance and financial assistance; mail its Financial Assistance Application to Shenandoah Medical Center, Attn: Business Office, 300 Pershing Avenue, Shenandoah, IA 51601, or fax it to (712) 266-3508. Call the Shenandoah Medical Center business office at (712) 246-7201.

What you'll need

• Financial Assistance Application for the hospital where you got care (call the billing office to ask what proof to include)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (Clarinda Regional Health Center and Shenandoah Medical Center) — Page. 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 for the hospital where you got care (call the billing office to ask what proof 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

per application