McCready Foundation is committed to providing healthcare to all patients who need it – regardless of their ability to pay.
Need help paying your hospital bills?
Financial assistance is available based on federal guidelines for household income and family size.
Who is eligible for this program?
People with no health insurance or who are underinsured and meet the income criteria (see accompanying chart).
How do I apply?
You must complete a standard form known as the Uniform Financial Assistance Application, which are available from McCready associates who staff the hospital lobby. Or call our business office weekdays at (410) 968-1049.
The application includes questions about family income, the number of people in your household as well as your assets, monthly bills and expenses.
To print out an online application, click here.
What documentation will I need?
- A copy of your most recent federal or state income tax return
- Proof of income from all sources for the most recent three-month period
- Award letters for unearned income, including pensions, Social Security or Veterans' benefits
- Documentation of ineligibility for Medicaid (may be required)
McCready will take steps reasonably necessary on your behalf to obtain assistance through Medicaid, Medicare or commercial insurance that might be available for payment of hospital charges. (We can assist with the Medicaid application process.)
NOTE: Free or reduced-care applies only to services provided and billed specifically by McCready Memorial Hospital and McCready Outpatient Services. |