I have concerns about child abuse (physical and/or sexual) and/or neglect?
Click here for abuse and neglect page.
What is Medicaid transportation and how can I access that service (phone number)? Click here for transportation information.
What lodging is available near the hospital? Click here for nearby lodging
information.
Are meals provided for family members while they are at the hospital with
their child?
ACH does not routinely provide meals for family members who are here with their
children. However, we recognize that there will be situations and emergent needs
that some families have. The hospital does have an emergency meal program that
provides a small number of meals for families until they are able to access outside
resources or support from family members and friends. Social Workers are available
to help families problem solve to meet their nutritional needs.
A family member or friend is a patient and I would like to sponsor meals
for them while they are at ACH.
Meal tickets can be arranged through the nutritional services department by calling 501-364-1266 or 501-364-2376.
Does ACH have a 1-800 number, and if so what are the guidelines for its
use?
The toll free number to the hospital is available for very limited circumstances.
It is designed to allow family members access to medical staff and patient caregivers
when family cannot be with their child during hospitalization. It is also used
selectively in the out-patient areas by staff that have identified families whose
children are treated frequently at ACH and are in the need of the 1-800 number.
These families would be assessed for limited financial means or having lack of
access to make long distance calls in order to speak with hospital staff and physicians.
I am having difficulty paying utility bills; does ACH offer any assistance
for this?
Although ACH does not have a specific fund to assist with utilities, there are
several agencies that do provide assistance in this area. We recognize that many
families face financial challenges. The local Department
of Human Services offices are knowledgeable about community resources available
in each county. While some medical conditions warrant the necessity for utilities,
each case is considered individually, and most utility companies require a letter
of medical necessity from the patient’s primary care physician.
TEFRA, what is it, and how does it work?
TEFRA web site
I have questions about obtaining medical records on my child. Click here for medical records
information.