How to apply for Houston County Community Hospital Financial Assistance (Houston County) in Tennessee

Houston County Community Hospital (Braden Health), a critical access hospital in Erin.

Who it's for

Houston County Community Hospital in Erin is the critical access hospital in Houston County. It offers self-pay pricing, payment plans, and a financial assistance program based on household income, with reduced balances or debt forgiveness for patients who qualify. Ask for a financial counselor at registration, or print the hospital's application and return it with your documents. Call 931-289-4211 with questions.

Houston: financial assistance at Houston County Community Hospital is based on household income and reviewed by the hospital's financial counselor; the hospital makes the final decision.

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What you'll need

  • Completed Houston County Community Hospital financial assistance application
  • Two of these three: last year's federal tax return (or current W-2), the 2 most recent pay stubs or benefit letter, or the 3 most recent bank statements

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 931-289-4211

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Houston County Community Hospital Financial Assistance (Houston 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 completed Houston County Community Hospital financial assistance application, two of these three: last year's federal tax return (or current W-2), the 2 most recent pay stubs or benefit letter, or the 3 most recent bank statements — 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 application / episode of care

Official source →Last verified · October 4, 2026

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.