Does anyone know of any programs that assitst college students w/o health insurance with medical bills?

Question

I recently had to go to the emergency room and now my bill is over $7500.00. I'm looking for a 'chairity' like program that assists college students with no medical insurance.

Answer 1

Check with your school. My parents coverage does not cover me as a college student attending outside of my parents home state, so my dad and I checked around and found out through the school about a program that gets drugs and some treatment discounted.

I got my eyelid split open playing basketball 2 months ago, and the discount from the program my school recommended cut my bill down to almost nil.

Answer 2

You may be eligible for Medicaid while you're a student. As far as prior bills, most hospitals have programs to assist those who cannot afford their hospital bills. Contact the Patient Accounts Department and ask about their "Free Bed" qualifications.

Answer 3

I'd see about applying for DSHS medical (if you're in the US). Their qualifications are less stringent if you have excessive medical bills within the past 3 months.

I know my university offers student health insurance (you opt in or out at registration), but it's not free. I have insurance through my employer, so I've never looked to see what it costs.

DSHS is your best bet though. I would imagine they can help you out.

Answer 4

Speak to the social workers at the hospital - they can help you with the charity funds, emergency medicaid.

Answer 5

You might qualify for Medicaid. You can find out by looking up your local Medicaid office on the internet.

Answer 6

I don't know about any emergency type facilities but I do know that Florida Health Clinics are need based organizations. If you do not have income you do not have to pay.

Answer 7

have you tried your medical assistance office in your county. most people dont like to apply for assistance because they dont want to be called a person on welfare but this is what it is for.