2007-02-27 15:40:49 · 9 answers · asked by Sami Q 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
I am currently 7 months pregnant. I know that my insurance will pay only 80% of the hospital bills. I don't have money to pay for the rest of it which is why I am looking for a government program that will help me out. BTW, I am in Texas.
2007-02-28 21:37:43 · update #1
It depends on your state. Here in Louisiana a patient may qualify if their income is low enough and if they have over $2000 in medical bills. Check with your state to see what the qualifications are. Most of the time, the hospital will have a program for needy patient's. Call the hospital administrator and see if the facility you went to offers this.
2007-02-27 15:43:24 · answer #1 · answered by Nette 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many private programs that help self pay patients. You should be able to get a list of these from the hospital. Also if you pay your bill within 30-60 days in full the hospital will usually give you a discount.
2007-02-27 23:46:11 · answer #2 · answered by Janielle M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know of any govt programs, but contact the hospital where you received the services. Every hospital has a host of programs that assist low income individuals with their bills. There are a myriad of other programs for children, victims of violent crimes....call and see what is offered at your hospital!
2007-02-27 23:44:13 · answer #3 · answered by TwinkaTee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
medicaid is for people who are not of retirement age and need medical assistance and the finacial assistance to pay for it. as long as u are in need they can supplement your primary insurance or provide full insurance. also some hospitals have something called charity care u can look into.
2007-02-27 23:44:24 · answer #4 · answered by charli_red1218 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends where in the world you are. If you are in Australia there is nothing to reimburse you for costs if you elect to be a private patient, however, if you elect to be treated under medicare it is all free.
2007-02-27 23:49:44 · answer #5 · answered by Mishell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could try applying for public aide...you can apply online for your state...not sure of the website search for department of human services...it has helped me out of about 10,000 dollars in medical bills after having my children...it picks up what your insurance does not...
2007-02-27 23:52:49 · answer #6 · answered by aceanrogers2007 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes check with the hospital for assistance
2007-02-27 23:43:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on your injury and situation you might be able to get money from social security.
2007-02-27 23:43:42 · answer #8 · answered by U Betcha 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try your state's medi-cal or medi-caid services. You can find information for them online or through hospital services. good luck!
2007-02-27 23:51:19 · answer #9 · answered by 100% Woman, yes indeed! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋