What does HSF mean in HEALTHCARE

The Health Services Fund (HSF) provides financial assistance for medical, dental, vision, mental health and substance use disorder treatment. It can also cover medical costs not covered by health insurance or when there is a change in health insurance coverage.

The HSF considers applications from uninsured people between the ages of 18-64, individuals who have experienced a change in their health insurance coverage, as well as those experiencing difficulty accessing care due to cost.

When preparing to apply to the HSF you should expect to provide information about your healthcare needs and finances. This may include proof of revenue and assets, as well as contact information for healthcare providers that accept payments from the HSF.

Applications are usually processed within 3-4 weeks depending on how quickly each step is completed. Once approved, funds are released within 2-3 weeks after payment is requested by the medical provider.

Depending on an individual's circumstances, up to $1,000 per calendar year may be made available through the Health Services Fund (HSF). This amount can be split across multiple providers if needed.

Yes! If you meet certain criteria you may be eligible for other forms of financial help such as charity care programs or government assistance while using the services provided by the Health Services Fund (HSF).

No, you do not need insurance prior to applying for assistance through the Health Services Fund (HSF). However, if you do have insurance and find that your deductible or copay is too costly then you may qualify for aid through this program.

Funds are typically distributed directly to your healthcare provider once a payment request has been submitted by them on behalf of yourself or any dependents that were applied on behalf of.