How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (Memorial Health System) — Dickinson in Kansas

Who it's for

Memorial Health System in Abilene gives medically necessary care to all who need it, regardless of ability to pay. Its Patient Financial Assistance Program may give discounts if you have no insurance or your insurance does not cover all your care, you are not eligible for Medicaid or other insurance, you meet the financial criteria, and you are a legal resident of Dickinson County. Uninsured patients get a 30% self-pay discount for medically necessary care. Call the Self-Pay and Financial Assistance line at 785-263-6815.

What you'll need

• Call to ask what to bring

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (Memorial Health System) — Dickinson. 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 call to ask what to bring — 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)