Truman Medical Center Offers Financial Assistance
Contents
- Applying for Financial Assistance
- What Financial Assistance is Available
- How to Qualify for Financial Assistance
- How to Apply for Financial Assistance
- What to do if You are Denied Financial Assistance
- How to Appeal a Denial of Financial Assistance
- How to Get Help with Your Application for Financial Assistance
- How to Find Out More about Financial Assistance
- What to Do If You Have Questions about Financial Assistance
- How to Get More Help with Financial Assistance
Truman Medical Center offers financial assistance to those who need help paying for medical care. If you or someone you know is struggling to pay for medical care, please contact Truman Medical Center to see if you qualify for financial assistance.
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Applying for Financial Assistance
If you are struggling to pay for your medical care, you may be eligible for financial assistance from Truman Medical Center. To apply, fill out the attached application and return it to our office along with any required documentation.
We encourage you to apply for financial assistance if you are having difficulty paying for your medical care.
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact our office at (816) 404-7022.
What Financial Assistance is Available
Truman Medical Center (TMC) is committed to providing quality, Affordable Health Care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. We offer a variety of financial assistance programs to help our patients meet their medical needs.
We understand that unexpected medical bills can be a hardship for our patients and their families. That’s why we offer a number of discounts and payment plans to make paying for your care more manageable. We also offer free or low-cost care for those who qualify based on their income and other factors.
If you have questions about our financial assistance programs or need help paying for your medical care, please call our Customer Service team at 816-404-CARE (2273).
How to Qualify for Financial Assistance
To qualify for Truman Medical Center’s (TMC) Financial Assistance program, you must first complete and submit a financial assistance application. Once your application has been reviewed, TMC staff will contact you to let you know if you qualify for assistance.
In general, to qualify for TMC’s Financial Assistance program, you must meet the following criteria:
-Have a household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty guidelines
-Be a resident of Missouri or Kansas
-Be uninsured or have medical expenses that are not covered by insurance
If you have any questions about the financial assistance application process or qualifications, please contact TMC’s Financial Counseling department at (816) 404-7030.
How to Apply for Financial Assistance
If you need help paying your medical bills Truman Medical Center (TMC) offers a financial assistance program. You may be eligible for assistance if you have a low income or are facing a financial hardship.
To apply for assistance, you will need to fill out an application and provide documentation of your income and expenses. You can get an application by calling TMC’s customer service number or by requesting one in person at the hospital.
If you have questions about the application process or what documentation you will need to provide, you can call TMC’s customer service number or speak to someone in person at the hospital. Once your application is complete, it will be reviewed and you will be notified of the decision within 10 days.
What to do if You are Denied Financial Assistance
If you have been denied financial assistance from Truman Medical Center, there are a few options available to you. You can reapply for assistance, appeal the decision, or look into other options for financing your healthcare.
If you choose to reapply for assistance, you will need to submit a new application and provide any additional information that may be required. If you choose to appeal the decision, you will need to submit a written request for an appeal, along with any supporting documentation. Appeal decisions are typically made within 30 days.
You may also want to explore other options for financing your healthcare, such as government programs or private insurance. If you have questions or need help exploring your options, please contact our Financial Counseling office at (888) 123-4567.
How to Appeal a Denial of Financial Assistance
If you have been denied financial assistance from Truman Medical Center, you may appeal the decision by following the steps below:
1. Request a copy of your denial letter from the Financial Assistance Office. This letter will outline the reasons for the denial of assistance.
2. Review the denial letter carefully and determine if you meet the criteria for an appeal.
3. If you believe you meet the criteria for an appeal, complete and submit a Financial Assistance Appeal form, which can be obtained from the Financial Assistance Office or online at www.trumanmedicalcenter.org.
4. Your completed appeal form must be received by the Financial Assistance Office within 30 days of the date on your denial letter.
5. You will be notified in writing of the outcome of your appeal within 14 days of receipt of your completed appeal form.
How to Get Help with Your Application for Financial Assistance
If you or your family are struggling to pay your medical bills you may be eligible for financial assistance from Truman Medical Center. Here’s how to apply for help.
To see if you qualify for financial assistance, you’ll need to fill out an application and provide some information about your income and assets. You can get the application online at Truman Medical Center’s website or by requesting one from the hospital’s customer service department.
Once you’ve completed the application, return it to Truman Medical Center’s financial assistance office. You can do this by mail, fax, or in person. If you have questions about the application process, you can contact the financial assistance office by phone or email.
If you’re approved for financial assistance, you’ll be responsible for paying a portion of your medical bills based on your family’s income and assets. You may also be eligible for discounts on other services, like laboratory tests and imaging studies.
How to Find Out More about Financial Assistance
There are several ways to find out more about the financial assistance that Truman Medical Center offers. You can:
– Call the Business Office at 816-404-7050
– Email the Business Office at [email protected]
– Download and complete the application for free or reduced charges
If you have questions about the application process or need help completing the form, please call 816-404-7050 and ask to speak with a Financial Counselor.
What to Do If You Have Questions about Financial Assistance
If you have questions about the Financial Assistance program or process, please contact our offices. We are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. cst to answer your questions.
How to Get More Help with Financial Assistance
Truman Medical Center (TMC) is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization that provides quality healthcare services to all people, regardless of their ability to pay. TMC offers a number of financial assistance programs to help patients and families with the cost of their care.
Patients who are unable to pay their medical bills in full may be eligible for financial assistance. To apply for financial assistance, patients must complete an application and submit it to TMC’s Patient Financial Services office. Patients will be required to provide documentation of their income and assets, as well as any debts they owe.
Once the application is received, a financial counselor will review the patient’s information and determine whether they are eligible for financial assistance. If the patient is eligible, the counselor will work with them to create a payment plan that fits their budget. Patients who are not eligible for financial assistance may still be able to negotiate a payment plan with TMC’s Patient Financial Services office.
For more information about TMC’s financial assistance programs, or to apply for financial assistance, patients can call TMC’s Patient Financial Services office at 816-404-7054 or visit tmchospitals.org/financialassistance.