MADERA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

"Patients whose family income is at or below 400% of the FPL may receive free care."

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"Patients who have filed for bankruptcy or are deceased with no remaining estate are automatically eligible for full financial assistance."

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"Federal Income Tax Return (Form 1040) for patient and spouse or domestic partner from the year the patient was first billed or 12 months prior to when the patient was first billed. 2. Three months’ pay stubs from within the 6 months before or after the patient is first billed (or in preservice when the Application is submitted)."

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"Patients will receive a written determination within 30 days of submitting a completed application."

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"If a patient has a pending appeal for coverage of services, MCH shall not commence civil action against the patient for non-payment at any time prior to 180 days after the patient appeal is completed."

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"If you have questions, please call 209-488-4820."

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"These notices will be made available in at least English and Spanish to meet the primary languages spoken in the community."

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"Madera Community Hospital (MCH) is committed to providing medical care to all patients, regardless of their financial circumstances."

documented · checked 2026-10-13 · madera community hospital financial assistance policy