Payment assistance terms
Charity Care Programs
These programs ensure that eligible and uninsured individuals can receive necessary medical care, even if they are unable to pay themselves. However, it is only available for medical services that are reasonable and necessary for diagnosis and treatment of the condition. An example are financial/bridge assistance programs that are run by the hospitals delivering the care.
Grants from Nonprofit and Government Agencies
Some nonprofit and government agencies are given funds which they can then use to fund mental health programs and help individuals that meet requirements pay for mental health services.
Local Assistance Programs
Programs that are meant to assist individuals who are having trouble paying for their health services and are usually funded by state and local governments.
Federal, or any government funding for substance abuse programs
Programs that are funded by government in order to provide access to substance abuse treatment services. The amount of funding given is based on financial need. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) make grant funds available for individuals undergoing substance abuse and/or mental illness. For more information on grant applications, requirements and submission, visit the SAMHSA website at https://www.samhsa.gov/grants.
Access to recovery (ATR) voucher
A voucher that is available to those seeking support for treatment and meet the following criteria: 18 years old, a history of substance use or abuse, annual income below 200% of Federal Poverty level, and a resident of a county that provides ATR. ATR allows patients to choose from a wide variety of services and facilities that will help with their treatment and recovery. ATR programs are both state and federally funded, and therefore vary from state to state. To find out more about this program and where is offered, please visit this website.
State welfare or child and family services funds
These programs provide funding for family support and preservation services, varying at the state and local levels. To find information specific to your region, visit https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/management/funding/program-areas/mental-health/ [](https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/management/funding/program-areas/mental-health/)
U.S Department of VA funds
If you are a Veteran looking for support, the US Department of Veteran Affairs offers support for healthcare expenses. They offer funds to help support the healthcare expenses of US veterans and support through in-person appointments at VA facilities, tele-health sessions and online resources. Learn more and gain access to these resources here: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/
IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is a federal health program for American Indians and Alaskan Natives. Nonprofits across the country have funds to be used towards mental health programs and other services for this population.
If you need more assistance, feel free to reach out to our Support team at support@miresource.com.
These programs ensure that eligible and uninsured individuals can receive necessary medical care, even if they are unable to pay themselves. However, it is only available for medical services that are reasonable and necessary for diagnosis and treatment of the condition. An example are financial/bridge assistance programs that are run by the hospitals delivering the care.
Grants from Nonprofit and Government Agencies
Some nonprofit and government agencies are given funds which they can then use to fund mental health programs and help individuals that meet requirements pay for mental health services.
Local Assistance Programs
Programs that are meant to assist individuals who are having trouble paying for their health services and are usually funded by state and local governments.
Federal, or any government funding for substance abuse programs
Programs that are funded by government in order to provide access to substance abuse treatment services. The amount of funding given is based on financial need. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) make grant funds available for individuals undergoing substance abuse and/or mental illness. For more information on grant applications, requirements and submission, visit the SAMHSA website at https://www.samhsa.gov/grants.
Access to recovery (ATR) voucher
A voucher that is available to those seeking support for treatment and meet the following criteria: 18 years old, a history of substance use or abuse, annual income below 200% of Federal Poverty level, and a resident of a county that provides ATR. ATR allows patients to choose from a wide variety of services and facilities that will help with their treatment and recovery. ATR programs are both state and federally funded, and therefore vary from state to state. To find out more about this program and where is offered, please visit this website.
State welfare or child and family services funds
These programs provide funding for family support and preservation services, varying at the state and local levels. To find information specific to your region, visit https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/management/funding/program-areas/mental-health/ [](https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/management/funding/program-areas/mental-health/)
U.S Department of VA funds
If you are a Veteran looking for support, the US Department of Veteran Affairs offers support for healthcare expenses. They offer funds to help support the healthcare expenses of US veterans and support through in-person appointments at VA facilities, tele-health sessions and online resources. Learn more and gain access to these resources here: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/
IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is a federal health program for American Indians and Alaskan Natives. Nonprofits across the country have funds to be used towards mental health programs and other services for this population.
If you need more assistance, feel free to reach out to our Support team at support@miresource.com.
Updated on: 07/11/2023
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