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Financial Assistance
Eligibility and Assistance
Once you have utilized all other payment options (e.g., insurance coverage, health spending accounts, governmental assistance programs, etc.), you may be eligible for financial assistance under Baptist Health’s Financial Assistance Policy.
Here are the levels of discounts available for eligible patients during each calendar year:
Uninsured or Underinsured Discount
If you are uninsured or your insurance does not allow emergency or medically necessary care provided by a Baptist Health hospital, then you may be allowed a discount that limits your payment responsibility to the amounts generally billed to individuals who have insurance covering such care.
Full Assistance (100%)
If your family income is less than or equal to 300% of the federal poverty level, then you may be eligible for full assistance.
Partial Assistance (50%)
If your family income is between 301% and 400% of the federal poverty level, then you may be eligible for partial assistance.
How Do I Apply?
Applications and copies of the policy are available in English and Spanish. (Other translations may be available.) A copy of the full Financial Assistance Policy and an application may be obtained below:
English
Financial Assistance Application
Spanish
Plain Language Summary
Financial Assistance Policy
Financial Assistance Application
Request a Copy
Request a copy from the Financial Counseling Office of your local Baptist Health hospital.
Customer Support
Contact Customer Service for a copy to be mailed to your home address.
Once the form is completed, and the requested documentation included, submit your application to your local hospital's Financial Counseling office.
Baptist Health’s Financial Assistance Policy will not apply to any services provided by physicians and other healthcare providers who bill separately and who provide services within each Baptist Health Hospital, however, physician groups may have their own separate policies.
Information by Location
For questions about the Baptist Health Financial Assistance Program, or to discuss the application process with a representative, call 844.602.1976.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a Federal program designed to help people who are 65 or older, blind, or disabled and have little or no income by providing cash to meet basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter. This money can help pay hospital bills.
If you qualify for SSI, you may also qualify for Medicaid. If you have SSI and Medicare, the state will pay your Medicare premiums and copays and deductibles.
For complete information on SSI eligibility requirements and the application process, please visit the US Social Security Administration.
Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH)
DSH is a state assistance program for Kentucky residents who have no medical insurance coverage-either private or government-funded insurance-and are not eligible for Medicaid. Financial and other resources belonging to you and your family are considered during the eligibility determination process.
To apply for DSH, please call us or download an application