How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (Russell Regional Hospital) — Russell in Kansas

Who it's for

Russell Regional Hospital and Russell Health Clinic have a Financial Assistance Program that gives eligible patients partly or fully discounted emergency or medically necessary hospital care. To get an application mailed to you, call the Business Office at 785-483-3131, or write to Russell Regional Hospital, Attn: Financial Counselor, 200 S. Main St., Russell, KS 67665. If you have no insurance but may qualify for Medicaid, you must apply for Medicaid and get a written denial before your application is processed.

What you'll need

• Completed Financial Assistance Application
• Two most recent paychecks or Social Security payments (or last year's tax return)
• Two most recent bank statements for checking and savings
• Medicaid denial letter, if you have one

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (Russell Regional Hospital) — Russell. 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 Financial Assistance Application, two most recent paychecks or Social Security payments (or last year's tax return), two most recent bank statements for checking and savings — 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)