With the government shutdown, many telehealth visits are not currently covered by Medicare. We are contacting impacted patients to help you avoid any unexpected charges. In many cases, telehealth appointments can be changed to an in-person visit. Please contact your clinic if you have questions or want to change or reschedule an appointment.
Healthcare is on the ballot this November. Learn about Hospital Prop 1.
Medicaid & Public Assistance Programs
You may be able to obtain financial assistance through one of several public assistance programs. To apply for these programs, click on the links below to learn about each program and its requirements, and to pre-register. Then, print and complete the application and submit it to Valley Medical Center’s Financial Advocates.
- Application for Apple Health, Qualified Health Plans and business group enrollments
- Washington Basic Health
- Washington State Health Insurance Pool
- Washington State Pre-existing Health Plan
Please note:
- Many of these programs are not approved for retroactive services. Eligibility for these programs may provide coverage only for future services.
- If you do not qualify for Medicaid or any other public assistance program, but are unable to pay for all of your care, we will ask you for documentation about your financial ability to pay to determine whether you may be eligible for assistance based on federal poverty guidelines.
- You are responsible to know your Medicare benefits and non-covered services. You will be financially responsible for any non-covered services. Review our Notice to Medicare Beneficiaries.
For assistance, please contact our
Pre-Service Financial Advocates:
Patient Financial Advocate DepartmentValley Medical Center
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