How to Apply for Cape Fear HealthNet
It’s easy. We take the hassle out of understanding where to go for healthcare. Every agency has its own eligibility requirements, services and schedules – how does a person know where to go? A Cape Fear HealthNet Enrollment and Eligibility Specialist can help you find the best source of care based on your medical needs and financial eligibility, saving you time and eliminating confusion.
For assistance in call 910-399-2751, Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
How Do I Know if I Am Eligible?
Cape Fear HealthNet currently serves uninsured residents of Brunswick, New Hanover, Columbus and Pender counties with incomes below certain guidelines. For quick reference you can check the chart below for income limits. Find the number of people in your household and then see if your income is equal to or below the limit shown.
Understanding whose income to count and what income to count can be confusing, so it’s best to check with a Cape Fear HealthNet Enrollment and Eligibility Specialist about your possible eligibility. Our Enrollment and Eligibility Specialists will make the application process as simple as possible.
| Income Chart | |
|---|---|
| # in family |
300% Federal Poverty Level Income |
| 1 | $45,180 |
| 2 | $61,320 |
| 3 | $77,460 |
| 4 | $93,600 |
| 5 | $109,740 |
| 6 | $125,880 |
| 7 | $142,020 |
| 8 | $158,160 |
| Each Add'l | $16,140 |
Please Note: Filling out this form means you’re asking to be connected to Cape Fear HealthNet (CFHN). THIS IS NOT AN APPLICATION. Once completed, this form is sent to CFHN, and someone from CFHN will contact you to set up an appointment to speak to an Eligibility Specialist. The information you enter is completely confidential and there is no cost for this service. Please use this form only to request services for yourself (adults over the age of 18) or an adult for whom you have legal guardianship. Consent submitted through this form should be signed by the person who would be receiving services or by their legal guardian only.
“By completing the form below, you’ll be entered into our secure, coordinated network of community resources, powered by Unite Us, that is available to help. A specialist will contact you after you submit the form.”
Member Rights
Cape Fear HealthNet (CFHN) is a system of care for uninsured people with limited income and resources who live in Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover or Pender Counties. CFHN connects uninsured adults to primary and specialty care providers.