How to apply for Hospital financial assistance (The University of Kansas Health System) — Wyandotte

Who it's for

The University of Kansas Health System, whose main hospital is in Kansas City, Kansas, has a financial assistance program for patients with or without insurance whose gross family income is up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines, and within asset limits. It also helps patients whose medical bills owe the health system 50% or more of their gross family income. You must not qualify for other government assistance, and staff will help you apply for Medicaid and other programs. Patients with very high medical bills may qualify for catastrophic care assistance. To apply, download the application and mail it with the listed documents, start in your MyChart account (Billing, then Financial Assistance), or call the financial counseling team at 913-588-7850.

What you'll need

• Proof of income, expenses and assets, as listed on the application

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Hospital financial assistance (The University of Kansas Health System) — Wyandotte. 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 proof of income, expenses and assets, as listed on 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)