Financial Assistance Program

The University of Vermont Health Network - Alice Hyde Medical Center is committed to treating all patients equitably, with dignity and respect regardless of your ability to pay.

What is the Financial Assistance Program?

The Financial Assistance Program at Alice Hyde Medical Center is designed to help people who are uninsured or underinsured and do not have the ability to pay. All patients receive medical care regardless of ability to pay. You must meet the eligibility requirements for financial assistance. You are expected to contribute to your care based on your ability to pay. This is not an insurance program, and is not meant to replace benefits that are, or could be, received from government supported programs. It is the intention of Alice Hyde Medical Center to offer assistance to our most financially needy patients.  

Alice Hyde Medical Center provides financial assistance to all eligible NYS residents for emergency services in our primary service areas: Clinton, Franklin, Essex, and St. Lawrence Counties of New York State and for non-emergency medically necessary services, Alice Hyde Medical Center may extend financial assistance to other geographic areas on a case by case basis.  For more information, please refer to our Plain Language Summary of the Financial Assistance Program. 

New York State residents may pre-screen their eligibility status for New York's benefit programs by visiting www.mybenefits.ny.gov

Who is eligible?

Participants must meet the eligibility requirements (below) and comply with the guidelines.  This program is only for services provided by Alice Hyde Medical Center. 

Who is not eligible?

Those who exceed the income and other guidelines. 

The Financial Assistance Program does have limits to what it will cover. What isn't covered?

  • Services provided by physicians that do not work for Alice Hyde Medical Center.
  • Cosmetic Surgery
  • Charges not incurred at Alice Hyde Medical Center
  • Prescriptions

You should also check with the physician arranging for your hospital services to determine whether the services of any other physicians will be required for your care.  Your physician can provide you with the name, practice name, mailing address and telephone number of any physicians whose services may be needed.  Your physician will also be able to tell you whether the services of any physicians employed or contracted by Alice Hyde Medical Center are likely to be needed.  Alice Hyde Medical Center collaborates with some physician groups, such as radiologists, to provide services at the hospital.  You should contact these groups directly to find out which health plans they participate in, including: 

Associates in Radiology of Plattsburgh
PO Box 2007
East Syracuse, NY  13057-4507
(800) 480-3127

How and when do I apply?

Anyone wishing to apply should contact Alice Hyde Medical Center Patient Accounting one of the following ways:

You can apply for the Financial Assistance Program any time prior to services being rendered. If you are applying after services have been rendered, you have a maximum of 120 days from the date of service to make application. Once you have received the application, you have 20 days to submit the completed form.  While your application is being processed, you may disregard any bills from Alice Hyde Medical Center until you have received a written decision on your application.

Where do I go for government supported health insurance?

If you're unsure of how to obtain information about government supported health insurance, you can contact our office at (518) 481-2241. We will refer you to a facilitated enroller who can provide assistance in applying for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and Essential Plans.

How do I know if I qualify?

UVMHN Health Network

2024 Poverty Levels
Family Size
Annual Income
Monthly Family Income

1

Up to $60,240

Up to $5,020.00

2

Up to $81,760

Up to $6,813.33

3

Up to $103,280

Up to $8,606.67

4

Up to $124,800

Up to $10,400.00

5

Up to $146,320

Up to $12,193.33

6

Up to $167,840

Up to $13,986.67

7

Up to $189,360

Up to $15,780.00

8

Up to $210,880

Up to $17,573.33

What documentation is required?

In order to determine the fee-scale amount and eligibility for financial assistance, the patient will have to provide the following documentation: 

  • All household income documents; pay stubs or W2 withholding form
  • Pension or retirement benefits
  • Rental income statements
  • Unemployment insurance benefits
  • Proof of the balance in your HSA/HRA if applicable
  • Verification of residency


What happens after I apply?

A determination will be based on information provided. You will be notified in writing of the determination. 

  • 100% - 150% approval: No balance due.
  • Partial approval: Those who have been accepted and who have income between 151% and 400% of the federal poverty guidelines will receive a partial sliding scale discount based on the reimbursement rate of the highest volume commercial payer.
  • Denial: Denials are based on information provided by you and will be specific as to what financial assistance eligibility the patient did not meet.

What if I am denied?

If you are denied financial assistance, a written explanation will be provided. You may appeal your denial and provide additional information in writing to:

Revenue Cycle Director
PO Box 729
Malone, NY 12953

If you wish to contact New York State Department of Health regarding your denial, you may call 800-804-5447.

Can I make payment on my balance after the Financial Assistance Program?

Yes, Alice Hyde Medical Center offers a patient payment plan or contract account in order to assist you in fulfilling your financial oblications. Payment in full is preferred; however, financial arrangements are available.The monthly payment amount should not exceed 10 percent of gross monthly income for the household.

If you have a financial hardship, please call our Patient Financial Services Office.  We will be happy to assist you with options. All payment arrangements must be approved and coordinated with the Patient Financial Sercices Office at 518-481-2241 after receipt of the first bill. 

Providers Participating in the Alice Hyde Medical Center Financial Assistance Program

Name
Jose Acostamadiedo, MD
Aderonke Adeniyi, MD
Ellen Apple, CNM
Teddi Bachawaty, MD
Anjni Bhagat, MD
Howard Black, MD
Gerald Cahill, MD
David Cartee, NP
Karen Case, CNM
Andrei Cepoi, MD
Joel Cherian, MD
David Christensen, MD
David Cowles, MD
Joshua Craig, NP
Nancy Denis, NP
Steven Deso, MD
Sylvia Diaz, MD
Leonardo Dishman, MD
Robert Eberle, MD
Paul El Azoury, MD
Manal El Daouk, MD
Cheryl Eustaquio, MD
Wendy Frank, NP
Robert Gal, MD
Lars Galldin, MD
David Griffin, PA
Steven Goldstein, MD
Jeffery Greenberg, MD
Alison Guile, MD
Racheal Hite, NP
Stuart Hoffman, MD
John Homer, MD
Linda Hunter, PA
Albert Imobersteg, MD
Brianne Jeror, NP
Susan LaPorta, PA
William Latreille, MD
Daniel Laury, MD
Kathleen Lauzon, NP
Justine Lawrence, PA
JeongJin Lee, NP
Stephanie Leffler, NP
Julio Lemos, MD
Brenda LePage, NP
Lettita Lim, MD
Laura Louthan, PA
Prabhjot Manes, MD
Lisa Mark, MD
Joshua Marlow, MD
Stacy McKenzie-Harvey, NP
Marina Medved, DO
Vladimir Medved, DO
Molly Mentzer, DO
Sarah Moore, PA
Helena Oechsner, MD
Julia Ordonez, MD
Rajiv Pant, MD
Rebecca Parad, MD
Bryan Patraw, NP
Rayford Petroski, MD
Nia Phillips, PA
Debra Piercey, CRNA
Marzouq Qubti, MD
Laura Rizzo, NP
Lori Robinson, NP
Myrna Sanchez-Williams, MD
Michael Savarese, MD
Grant Shannon, NP
Wilhelmina Sheridan, NP
Jennifer Shull, NP
Hanna Slim, MD
Brooke Stark, NP
Jennifer Stedman, MD
Chris Steele, NP
Robert Stout, PA
Stefan Turkula, MD
Anthony Vaccaro, MD
Charles Philip Volk, MD
David Wagner, MD
Todd Whitman, MD
Joel Wolkowicz, MD
Eric Wong, MD
Renu Yadav, MD
Mohamed Zawahir, MD
Pierre Znojkiewicz, MD

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