How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (Norton County Hospital) — Norton in Kansas

Who it's for

Norton County Hospital has a financial assistance program for medically necessary inpatient, outpatient and emergency services billed by the hospital. If your gross yearly income is at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines, or your medical bills are more than 150% of your yearly income, you get a 100% discount. Income above 150% up to 175% gets a 75% discount, and above 175% up to 200% gets a 50% discount. Include your prior-year federal tax return and 12 months of earnings records, such as W-2s or pay stubs. For questions, call the Business Office at 785-877-3351, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

What you'll need

• Prior-year federal tax return
• Twelve months of earnings records, such as W-2s or pay stubs

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (Norton County Hospital) — Norton. 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 prior-year federal tax return, twelve months of earnings records, such as W-2s or pay stubs — 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)