Convenient Online and In-Person Payment Options for Cottage Health Medical Bills

Receiving medical care should be simple and stress-free. The last thing you want to worry about is challenges paying your health system bill. Cottage Health offers easy online and in-person payment options to take the hassle out of medical bill management. In this article, I’ll overview Cottage Health’s billing process and how to pay your bill through MyChart or at a hospital facility.

Understanding Your Cottage Health Medical Bill

First, let’s look at what to expect on your Cottage Health statement. Cottage Health is the leading health system serving California’s Central Coast. Their network includes Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, Santa Ynez Cottage Hospital, and more.

After receiving care at a Cottage Health facility you’ll get a detailed statement outlining your charges. This includes things like

• Room and board fees
• Lab testing and radiology services
• Surgeon and physician services
• Medications, medical supplies, and equipment
• Therapy and rehab services

The statement will list your guarantor information, the date of service, a breakdown of charges and amount owed. If you have health insurance it will note payments made by your insurance plan.

You are responsible for paying any remaining balance, co-pays, co-insurance, or deductibles. Cottage Health offers payment plans if you need help paying large balances over time.

Pay Your Cottage Health Bill Online Through MyChart

The easiest way to pay your Cottage Health bill is through your MyChart account. MyChart provides you secure online access to your health records, appointment scheduling, messaging with your care team, and billing.

To pay your bill via MyChart:

1. Log into your MyChart account at mychart.cottagehealth.org

2. Click “Billing” in the menu

3. Select your outstanding account and click “Pay Now”

4. Enter payment details and submit

You can use a credit card, debit card, HSA, or bank account. MyChart also lets you enroll in autopay, view statements, and manage payment plans.

I love the convenience of handling everything in one place 24/7. Within MyChart, you can see your billing and payment history all in one dashboard.

In-Person Payment at Cottage Health Hospital Facilities

If you prefer paying your Cottage Health bill in person, you have a few options:

Hospital Cashier Office

• Pay with cash, check, or credit/debit card

• Set up payment arrangements

• Get help with financial assistance programs

Self-Service Kiosks

• Located near cashier offices

• Accept credit/debit card payments

• Print receipts

By Mail

• Mail check or money order payments to:

Cottage Health
PO Box 689
Santa Barbara, CA 93102

Be sure to include your account number on mailed payments so it’s properly credited. In-person payments post to your account same-day, while mailed payments take 5-7 days.

Financial Assistance Options from Cottage Health

If you’re worried about affording your Cottage Health medical bills, they offer financial assistance programs based on income and family size. These can significantly reduce or eliminate what you owe.

Cottage Health can help patients apply for:

• Medicaid/Medi-Cal Coverage

• Cottage financial assistance discounts

• Payment plans

• Charity care funds

Speak to a financial counselor to find a solution that fits your needs. The important thing is getting the care you need without financial barriers.

Paying Your Medical Bill Should Be Simple

• Secure online payments through MyChart

• In-person payments at hospital cashier offices

• Financial assistance for those who qualify

• Payment plans for large balances

With the variety of billing services Cottage Health offers, you can focus on your health – not stress over medical bills. Pay the convenient way that suits your needs. And reach out if you need help affording outstanding balances.