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THE CARING CONNECTION
419 Pennsylvania
PO Box 309
Chinook, MT 59523
Chinook Clinic - Phone: (406) 357-2294 ~ Fax: (406) 357-3252
Harlem Clinic - Phone: (406) 353-4861 ~ Fax: (406) 353-2721
E-Mail Us Here
419 Pennsylvania
PO Box 309
Chinook, MT 59523
Chinook Clinic - Phone: (406) 357-2294 ~ Fax: (406) 357-3252
Harlem Clinic - Phone: (406) 353-4861 ~ Fax: (406) 353-2721
E-Mail Us Here
Our Services
At Sweet Medical Center, Inc.
At Sweet Medical Center, Inc.
The following is a list of services that Sweet Medical Center
provides to our customers:
provides to our customers:
| • | Pediatric Care |
| • | Primary Health Care |
| • | Diabetic Care |
| • | Laboratory Services |
| • | Pharmacy Asst. Program |
| • | Dental Health Program |
| • | Mental Health Assistance |
| • | Case Management |
| • | Sports Physicals |
| • | Minor Surgical Procedures |
| • | Well Child Care |
| • | Women's Health |
| • | Drug Testing |
| • | X-Ray Services |
| • | EKG's |
| • | Telemedicine Visits |
| • | Workman's Comp |
| • | DOT Physicals |
What Is
The Health Assistance Program (HAP)?
The Health Assistance Program (HAP)?
Sweet Medical Center offers the Health Assistance Program or (HAP) to individuals who have a total household income that is less than 200% of the current poverty level.
What is the Sliding Fee Scale?
The Sliding Fee Scale is a formula used by Sweet Medical Center to determine if you qualify for assistance.
What does HAP assist you with?
Reduced Medical Fees at Sweet Medical Center
Qualifications apply - see below.
Dental Assistance: First, you make an appointment with one of our healthcare providers. If the provider feels you need dental care, we will pay up to $250 per patient per year for exams, cleanings, fillings, and extractions. You will make all of your arrangements through our case manager, and she will work with you to find just the right dentist for you. You will have to pay a $15 co-pay for each dental visit.
Pharmacy Assistance: We have a contract with the Chinook Pharmacy that provides discount drug prices to all of our patients. We can also provide you with vouchers to help offset the cost of drugs. If you are on a long-term medication, please meet with our case manager. She will work with you to try to find a Pharmaceutical Patient Assistance Program to provide you with your medications at a greatly reduced cost.
Mental Health Assistance: If our provider refers you to a mental health specialist for counseling, we will help you pay for those visits. Our case manager will work with you to make arrangements. You must pay a $15 co-pay for each mental health visit.
Transportation Assistance: If you need help paying for travel over 15 miles to get to your appointment with us or to providers that we have referred you to, please see our Case Manager. She can provide you with a voucher to help with the cost of gas at several stations in Havre, Chinook, Harlem, and Malta.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE HEALTH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Click here to see if you qualify for the Health Assistance Program.
Click here to print the HAP application.
Fill it out and send/bring it in with proof of income.
Drop by the main clinic at 419 Pennsylvania in Chinook, our satellite clinic in Harlem or call us at 357-2294 and ask for an application. Fill it out and send/bring it in with proof of income.
Proof of income can be the first page of your most recent income tax statement - we use the Adjusted Gross Income at the bottom right of the page. Or you can use your last three pay stubs, your last three bank statements, or your annual Social Security Statement.
* Your HAP enrollment covers all family members in your household for one year from the application date and must be renewed annually.
HOW TO READ THE INCOME CHART:
· Level A: A $15 co-pay is due at each visit. This co-pay covers all medical services at SMC. It does not cover the interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital, who will bill you separately.
· Level B: A $20 co-pay is due at each visit. This $20 co-pay will be applied to your charges for that visit. Your total charges will be 20% of the cost for all medical services at SMC. These charges will not include the cost of interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital, who will bill you separately.
· Level C: A $20 co-pay is due at each visit. This $20 co-pay will be applied to your charges for that visit. Your total charges will be 40% of the cost for all medical services at SMC. These charges will not include the cost of interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital, who will bill you separately.
· Level D: A $20 co-pay is due at each visit. This $20 co-pay will be applied to your charges for that visit. Your total charges will be 50% of the cost for all medical services at SMC. These charges will not include the cost of interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital or lab work sent out to PAML. Those two offices will bill you separately.
· Level E: A $20 co-pay is due at each visit. This $20 co-pay will be applied to your charges for that visit. Your total charges will be 70% of the cost for all medical services at SMC. These charges will not include the cost of interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital or lab work sent out to PAML. Those two offices will bill you separately.
If you have health insurance but meet the income guidelines for the HAP, we will bill your insurance first, and discount the remaining unpaid charges according to the HAP income chart.
If you feel you cannot afford your co-pay or charges, our Patient Accounts Manager will work with you to set up payment arrangements. Call 357-3235 to talk with Ruth. We will not refuse you care because you can’t pay.
Why Not Apply?
Take advantage of the benefits that Sweet Medical Center has to offer today!
Click here to see if you qualify.
What is the Sliding Fee Scale?
The Sliding Fee Scale is a formula used by Sweet Medical Center to determine if you qualify for assistance.
What does HAP assist you with?
Reduced Medical Fees at Sweet Medical Center
Qualifications apply - see below.
Dental Assistance: First, you make an appointment with one of our healthcare providers. If the provider feels you need dental care, we will pay up to $250 per patient per year for exams, cleanings, fillings, and extractions. You will make all of your arrangements through our case manager, and she will work with you to find just the right dentist for you. You will have to pay a $15 co-pay for each dental visit.
Pharmacy Assistance: We have a contract with the Chinook Pharmacy that provides discount drug prices to all of our patients. We can also provide you with vouchers to help offset the cost of drugs. If you are on a long-term medication, please meet with our case manager. She will work with you to try to find a Pharmaceutical Patient Assistance Program to provide you with your medications at a greatly reduced cost.
Mental Health Assistance: If our provider refers you to a mental health specialist for counseling, we will help you pay for those visits. Our case manager will work with you to make arrangements. You must pay a $15 co-pay for each mental health visit.
Transportation Assistance: If you need help paying for travel over 15 miles to get to your appointment with us or to providers that we have referred you to, please see our Case Manager. She can provide you with a voucher to help with the cost of gas at several stations in Havre, Chinook, Harlem, and Malta.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE HEALTH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Click here to see if you qualify for the Health Assistance Program.
Click here to print the HAP application.
Fill it out and send/bring it in with proof of income.
Drop by the main clinic at 419 Pennsylvania in Chinook, our satellite clinic in Harlem or call us at 357-2294 and ask for an application. Fill it out and send/bring it in with proof of income.
Proof of income can be the first page of your most recent income tax statement - we use the Adjusted Gross Income at the bottom right of the page. Or you can use your last three pay stubs, your last three bank statements, or your annual Social Security Statement.
* Your HAP enrollment covers all family members in your household for one year from the application date and must be renewed annually.
HOW TO READ THE INCOME CHART:
· Level A: A $15 co-pay is due at each visit. This co-pay covers all medical services at SMC. It does not cover the interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital, who will bill you separately.
· Level B: A $20 co-pay is due at each visit. This $20 co-pay will be applied to your charges for that visit. Your total charges will be 20% of the cost for all medical services at SMC. These charges will not include the cost of interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital, who will bill you separately.
· Level C: A $20 co-pay is due at each visit. This $20 co-pay will be applied to your charges for that visit. Your total charges will be 40% of the cost for all medical services at SMC. These charges will not include the cost of interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital, who will bill you separately.
· Level D: A $20 co-pay is due at each visit. This $20 co-pay will be applied to your charges for that visit. Your total charges will be 50% of the cost for all medical services at SMC. These charges will not include the cost of interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital or lab work sent out to PAML. Those two offices will bill you separately.
· Level E: A $20 co-pay is due at each visit. This $20 co-pay will be applied to your charges for that visit. Your total charges will be 70% of the cost for all medical services at SMC. These charges will not include the cost of interpretation of x-rays at Northern Montana Hospital or lab work sent out to PAML. Those two offices will bill you separately.
If you have health insurance but meet the income guidelines for the HAP, we will bill your insurance first, and discount the remaining unpaid charges according to the HAP income chart.
If you feel you cannot afford your co-pay or charges, our Patient Accounts Manager will work with you to set up payment arrangements. Call 357-3235 to talk with Ruth. We will not refuse you care because you can’t pay.
Why Not Apply?
Take advantage of the benefits that Sweet Medical Center has to offer today!
Click here to see if you qualify.
Clinic Locations
And Hours of Operation
And Hours of Operation
Chinook Location
419 Pennsylvania Street
Chinook, MT 59523
(406) 357-2294
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Closed on Some Holidays
419 Pennsylvania Street
Chinook, MT 59523
(406) 357-2294
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Closed on Some Holidays
Harlem Location
116 South Main Street
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-4861
Hours of Operation
Provider Available Tuesday and Thursday
8:30 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Office Hours - Monday through Thursday
8:30 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Closed on Some Holidays
116 South Main Street
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-4861
Hours of Operation
Provider Available Tuesday and Thursday
8:30 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Office Hours - Monday through Thursday
8:30 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Closed on Some Holidays
