Cook County News Herald

Sliding scale for health care




The Sawtooth Mountain Clinic continues to offer a sliding scale payment plan for its patients. Suzanne Davies, program coordinator, said the clinic is in its 32nd year of providing the Primary Care Sliding Fee Scale Program. New this year is extended dental and mental health visits with local providers. This program is made possible through a grant from the US Dept. of Health and Human Services to Community Health Centers.
Who may apply:

& Patients at the clinic whose
income is within the federal
income guidelines, regardless
of current insurance coverage.
& Singles, couples or families are
eligible to apply.
To apply:

& Pick up an application at the
clinic reception desk or call to
have one mailed to you.
& Complete the form and attach
a photocopy of your federal tax
return record, a W-2 statement
or other documents to verify
income.
& Call Davies for an interview.
The entire process, as well as
all records, is completely confidential.
Anyone with questions
may call Davies at the clinic,
(218) 387-2330, extension 113.



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