How to apply for Albany Medical Center — Financial Assistance (Albany County) in New York

Who it's for

Albany County's principal community hospital safety net is Albany Medical Center (Albany) — academic tertiary referral hospital for the entire Capital Region; St. Peter's Hospital (Albany, St. Peter's Health Partners / Trinity Health) is the other major Albany hospital. The Financial Assistance Program covers uninsured/underinsured residents — sliding scale typically discounts charges up to 100% at the lower income brackets with reduced rates above. Note: NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate means many Capital Region seniors qualify for Medicaid and would access these hospitals through Medicaid rather than FAP. Apply at the hospital's financial counseling office or at https://www.albanymed.org/patients-visitors/billing-insurance/financial-assistance-programs/. Phone: 518-264-7729 (select option 2 for financial assistance).

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Albany County / NY residency
• Photo identification
• Proof of uninsured status or insurance gap
• Hospital bill or pre-treatment estimate

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Albany Medical Center — Financial Assistance (Albany County). 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 household income, proof of Albany County / NY residency, photo identification — 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-encounter or annual