Financial assistance is provided to patients who meet the guidelines stipulated for financial assistance that takes into account the estimated household income, percent of the federal poverty level, debt to income ratio, and other such factors. Healthcare providers provide free or discounted medical care to people who cannot afford payments to hospitals.
Financial assistance is provided to patients who -
are uninsured for the relevant service
are ineligible for governmental or other insurance coverage
meet the guidelines stipulated for financial assistance that takes into account the estimated household income, percent of federal poverty level, debt to income ratio, and other such factors.