Financial Assistance Program
Cost and affordability remain major challenges for our patients in accessing healthcare. This barrier applies to primary and specialty services as well as for prescription copays. Medicaid may be available for the neediest individuals and families. Still, many patients earn an income that exceeds the maximum for Medicaid eligibility yet struggle to afford their health care and medications for their treatment.
For patients who qualify, Penn Highlands Healthcare offers two separate programs: a Financial Assistance Program for medical services and a Pharmacy Financial Assistance Program. It is our intention that participation in the program(s) will help ease your concerns so that you can focus on your main priority – a prompt return to good health.
Financial Assistance
Our representatives can help determine the need for:
Pennsylvania Medicaid
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania offers the Medicaid program for healthcare services for low-income individuals with high medical expenses.
Financial Assistance Program (Medical)
We provide discounted healthcare for patients not eligible for Medicaid coverage and who meet certain income and asset requirements.
Penn Highlands Pharmacy Financial Assistance Program
Copay assistance is provided to patients with primary insurance who struggle to afford their copays for prescriptions written by providers employed by Penn Highlands Healthcare or with whom our providers share a referral relationship.
Payment Plan Options
For qualified balances, payment plans may be established.
Eligibility for Financial Assistance (Medical)
Patients may be eligible for financial assistance if they:
- Have limited or no health insurance.
- Are not eligible for government assistance, such as Medicare or Medicaid.
- Can show they have financial need.
- Reside in the primary service area of a Penn Highlands provider.
- Provide Penn Highlands Healthcare with necessary information about household finances.
Applying for Financial Assistance (Medical)
Penn Highlands Healthcare, or PHH, encourages patients to apply for financial assistance if they believe that they are unable to pay all or part of their bill.
To apply:
• Complete the PHH Financial Assistance Application form.
• Attach supporting documents, listed on the application, to prove your income.
• Mail your completed application and necessary documents.
More Information About Applying
PHH Financial Assistance Policy 2024
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Financial Assistance Application
DownloadEligibility for Penn Highlands Pharmacy Financial Assistance
Patients may be eligible for the Penn Highlands Pharmacy Financial Assistance Program if they:
- Have health insurance.
- Fall below 350% of the federal poverty guidelines for income.
- Submit the required income and household size documentation.
Applying for Penn Highlands Pharmacy Financial Assistance
Penn Highlands Healthcare encourages patients to apply for pharmacy financial assistance if they are unable to pay all or part of their prescription copay and meet the qualification listed on this site for the program.To apply:
- Contact 1-888-381-3272 and provide the representative with your current income and household size information.
- Submit proof of income documentation within 30 days of the verbal authorization.