INCOME-BASED ASSISTANCE

Charity Care Calculator

Calculate your Federal Poverty Level, review any cited state rule, and get the hospital's current policy before relying on an assistance amount.

Calculate Your FPL %

Before taxes, all household members

Your Eligibility

Enter your income and household size to calculate eligibility

How Hospital Charity Care Works

1

Calculate Your FPL

Federal Poverty Level is based on income and household size. It is a screening input, not proof of eligibility or a discount amount.

2

Apply to Hospital

Submit financial assistance application with income proof. Most hospitals have 240-day deadlines.

3

Get a Written Decision

The hospital reviews your application under its current policy. Keep the written decision and any revised bill as evidence.

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