Do you qualify for Charity Care?
Most non-profit hospitals must offer free or discounted care to patients below a certain income. Find out where you stand in under a minute.
Tell us about your household
Based on the 2026 Federal Poverty Level (48 states + DC).
Enter your details to see your estimated assistance tier.
Nothing is sent or saved — this calculation runs on your device.
What to do with this number
- 1
Request the FAP
Call the hospital's billing office and ask for their Financial Assistance Policy (FAP) and application — they're legally required to give it to you.
- 2
Gather documents
Use the document list on the right to assemble your packet before you submit the application.
- 3
Get the bill paused
Ask them to put your account on hold while the FAP is reviewed. Collections cannot continue during the review.