Hershey Medical Center Offers Financial Assistance
Contents
- Applying for financial assistance
- Qualifying for financial assistance
- Types of financial assistance
- How financial assistance can help
- What to do if you can’t afford medical care
- Other ways to get help paying for medical care
- How to get the most out of your financial assistance
- What to do if you have a problem with your medical bills
- 10 tips for managing your medical bills
- Resources for financial assistance
Hershey Medical Center offers financial assistance for those who need help paying for their medical care. We accept a variety of payment methods, including Medicaid and private insurance. Contact us today to learn more about our financial assistance options.
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Applying for financial assistance
Hershey Medical Center offers a number of options for financial assistance, including payment plans, discounts and Medicaid. If you are struggling to pay your medical bills our financial counselors can help you explore all of your options and find a solution that works for you.
To apply for financial assistance, please contact our Financial Counseling office at 717-531-6895 or email us at [email protected].
Qualifying for financial assistance
At Hershey Medical Center, we understand that healthcare can be expensive. That’s why we offer financial assistance to help those who may have difficulty paying their medical bills.
To qualify for financial assistance, you must:
– reside in the United States or its territories
– have a household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
– be able to provide documentation of your income and expenses
– not have insurance coverage that would cover your medical expenses
Types of financial assistance
Hershey Medical Center offers a variety of financial assistance programs to help patients with the costs of their medical care. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and may include help with medical bills, transportation costs, and other necessary expenses. Patients who are unable to pay their bill in full may be eligible for a payment plan or discounts on their bill.
How financial assistance can help
Medical bills can be a big financial burden, especially if you don’t have insurance. While many hospitals offer financial assistance programs to help patients with the cost of their care, the process can be confusing and overwhelming.
At Hershey Medical Center, our goal is to make the financial assistance process as easy as possible for our patients. We offer a variety of programs to help patients with the cost of their care, including discounts for those who qualify, payment plans and charity care.
We understand that medical bills can be a stressor for our patients and we are here to help. If you have any questions about our financial assistance programs, please call our customer service representatives at 1-800-789-7366.
What to do if you can’t afford medical care
No one should have to forgo necessary medical care because they cannot afford it. If you find yourself in this situation, Hershey Medical Center offers a number of options to help you get the care you need.
First, we offer a number of financial assistance programs based on income and need. To see if you qualify, please bring your most recent tax return and pay stubs to our financial counseling office.
We also offer a number of payment options, including discounts for cash payments, flexible payment plans, and low-interest financing through Care Credit.
If you have questions or need help getting started, please call our financial counseling office at 717-531-5897.
Other ways to get help paying for medical care
In addition to government assistance programs, there are a number of ways that you can get help paying for medical care. Here are a few:
–medical assistance programs offered by churches or other religious organizations
-Financial assistance programs offered by hospitals or other medical centers
-Charitable organizations that provide financial assistance for medical care
-Fundraising campaigns organized by friends or family members
How to get the most out of your financial assistance
If you are facing a financial hardship, there are a number of ways that Hershey Medical Center can help. We offer a variety of financial assistance programs to help our patients pay for their healthcare costs.
Here are some tips to help you get the most out of our financial assistance programs:
1. Apply for financial assistance as early as possible. This will help ensure that you receive the maximum amount of assistance for which you are eligible.
2. Be sure to complete all required documentation. This includes providing proof of income, as well as any other requested documentation.
3. Keep detailed records of your medical expenses. This will come in handy when you are filling out your financial assistance application.
4. If you have questions or need help completing your application, please do not hesitate to contact our Financial Assistance office at (717) 531-8181.
What to do if you have a problem with your medical bills
If you have a problem with your medical bills, the first thing you should do is contact the customer service department of the Hershey Medical Center. They may be able to help you work out a payment plan or negotiate a lower amount.
If you are unable to reach a resolution with customer service, you may want to consider contacting a financial assistance program. The Hershey Medical Center offers a number of programs that can help patients with their medical bills. You can find more information on their website or by calling their financial assistance hotline.
10 tips for managing your medical bills
1. Don’t ignore your bills.
2. Know what you owe.
3. Understand your insurance coverage.
4. Discuss payment options with your provider.
5. Prioritize your bills.
6. Consider seeking financial assistance.
7. Develop a budget for medical expenses.
8. Use credit wisely.
9. researched medical billing and coding services
10. Review your bills for errors
Resources for financial assistance
Many people worry about how they will pay for their medical care. The good news is that there are resources available to help you if you need financial assistance.
Hershey Medical Center offers a number of programs to help patients with the cost of their care. These programs can help with things like medical bills, transportation costs, and more.
If you need assistance, we encourage you to contact our financial assistance office. We will work with you to find the best solution for your situation.