How to apply for UPMC Bedford Memorial Hospital — Financial Assistance (Bedford County) in Pennsylvania

Who it's for

Bedford County's principal community hospital safety net is UPMC Bedford Memorial Hospital (Everett, UPMC since 2014) is Bedford's principal community hospital. Tertiary referrals route to UPMC Altoona or UPMC Pittsburgh. Each system operates a Financial Assistance Program (sliding scale typically to 300-400% FPL). Note: PA Medicaid ABD is STRICT (~$989/month). South Central rural PA hospital landscape: WellSpan dominates Adams + Franklin; UPMC has Bedford; Penn Highlands has Huntingdon (J.C. Blair, 2020); Geisinger has Mifflin (Lewistown, 2017); Fulton + Perry + Juniata have no in-county hospitals (referral pattern). Apply at the hospital's financial counseling office or online at https://www.upmc.com/patients-visitors/paying-bill/services/apply. UPMC Financial Assistance Department: 1-800-371-8359 (option 2). Hospital main line: 814-623-3500.

What you'll need

• Proof of household income
• Proof of Bedford County / PA 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 UPMC Bedford Memorial Hospital — Financial Assistance (Bedford 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 Bedford County / PA 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