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Medical Expense Assistance (HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUM PROGRAM) | American Kidney Fund

11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852

Some services are accessible.
Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • receive dialysis treatment for end-stage renal disease (ESRD)
  • be enrolled in or applying for health insurance coverage
  • have a household income at or below 500% of the federal poverty level
  • have a total amount of liquid assets (excluding retirement accounts) at or below $30,000
Required documents
Completed application/registration form,Other documents (Copy of approval letter for LIHEAP, TANF, HUD housing assistance, SNAP, etc., or Copy of applicant's most recent tax return or two recent consecutive pay stubs, or Income Exception Attestation form attesting that the applicant has extenuating circumstances that make them unable to provide the documentation listed above),Proof of income
Hours
Website available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Application process

Create online patient eligibility profile and submit for review. After AFK reviews and verifies eligibility, patients must submit a grant request for assistance. Requests are typically reviewed within 10-14 business days.

Fees
No fee to apply.
Service area
Kentucky Ohio
Provides financial assistance with health insurance premium costs for individuals experiencing kidney failure.
Last assured
06/30/2024
Providing organization
American Kidney Fund
National nonprofit organization supporting individuals living with kidney disease through education, financial assistance, and advocacy.
Medical Expense Assistance (HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUM PROGRAM) | American Kidney Fund