Illinois hospital financial assistance and charity care

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MercyOne Genesis Medical Center, Aledo
Aledo, Mercer County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Alton Memorial Hospital
Alton, Madison County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Alton Mental Health Center
Alton, Madison County · Government, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center
Alton, Madison County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr
Anna, Union County · Government, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Northwest Community Hospital
Arlington Heights, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Endeavor Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free Care Uninsured and Insured Patients 0% - 200%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Discount on Sliding Scale Uninsured Patients Only 401% - 600%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first billing statement
The policy says
“Financial assistance applications are due no later than 240 days after the date of the first billing statement sent for the services for which you are requesting financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Mercy Medical Center
Aurora, Kane County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Rush Copley Medical Center
Aurora, Kane County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Rush System for Health
Free care
Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Charity Care Program – Hospital bill and professional bill is reduced by 100%, on an episodic basis, subject to submission of all required documentation (as described below) for patients who are uninsured or insured and whose family income is equal to or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Underinsured Discount Program – Hospital bill and professional bill is reduced by 80%, on an episodic basis, for patients who are underinsured and whose family income is greater than 300% and equal to or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Patients may submit an application up to 240 days from the date on which Rush issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
Barrington, Lake County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Memorial Hospital Belleville
Belleville, St. Clair County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Franklin Hospital
Benton, Franklin County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF St. Joseph Medical Center
Bloomington, McLean County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook
Bolingbrook, Will County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Breese
Breese, Clinton County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Graham Hospital
Canton, Fulton County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Graham Health System
Free care
Up to 180% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $59,400 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“0% - 180% of FPL 100% Discount off AGB”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“241% - 250% of PFL 5% Discount off AGB”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days from the first billing period
The policy says
“Applications will be accepted up to 240 days from the first billing period.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
Carbondale, Jackson County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carlinville Area Hospital
Carlinville, Macoupin County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Thomas H Boyd Memorial Hospital
Carrollton, Greene County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Memorial Hospital
Carthage, Hancock County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia
Centralia, Marion County · Nonprofit, general acute care · SSM Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“All patients are eligible to be considered for medically indigent status with the exception of patients with income below 200% of the FPL, as these patients are considered eligible for 100% financial assistance under the financially indigent definition.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“351% - 400% 20% of amount over $2,000”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
Until the 240th day after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Touchette Regional Hospital
Centreville, St. Clair County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients whose household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level are generally eligible for free emergency and medically necessary care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients whose household income is between 451% and 600% of the Federal Poverty Level are generally eligible for a 25% discount for emergency and other medically necessary care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
60 days from first billing statement (2021 application form)
The policy says
“Please submit this application to the Touchette Regional Hospital Registration or Customer Service Department within 60 days of receiving the first billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Application
The Pavilion
Champaign, Champaign County · Nonprofit, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Memorial Hospital
Chester, Randolph County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Advocate Trinity Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Chicago Read Mental Health Center
Chicago, Cook County · Government, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Holy Cross Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Humboldt Park Health
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“full free care will be provided to patients, or their guarantors, who are uninsured and with annual family incomes equal to or less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured patients with annual family incomes exceeding 200% but equal to or less than 600% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines will be eligible for a partial discount of 72% off of charges.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“An application for financial assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post - discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Jackson Park Hospital & Medical Center
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Full financial assistance, Charity, at a 100% discount of Gross Charges, will be given to patients who have a gross family income equal to or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Levels (FPL), adjusted for family size, provided such patients are not eligible for other private or public health coverage and do not exceed the assets protection threshold.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The patient’s family income is 600% or less than the FPL.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Chicago, Cook County · Government, general acute care · Cook County Health
Timing
90 days following the date of discharge or receipt of outpatient care
The policy says
“Please complete this form and submit this application along with all the required verifications/documents within 90 days following the date of discharge or receipt of outpatient care to one of our hospitals listed below.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Application
La Rabida Children's Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, childrens · La Rabida Children's Hospital
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Families who have income at or below 250% of federal guidelines for poverty will qualify for 100% financial assistance for the medical bills owed to La Rabida Children’s Hospital.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“In situations whereby the patient is uninsured and the Family Income is between 380% and 600% of the FPG and Financial Assistance is not otherwise provided under this Policy in the form or free or discounted care, the patient will be responsible for 32.0% of the bill charges as calculated by the hospital’s annual Amounts Generally Billed calculation.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement (or 30 days after collection notice, if later)
The policy says
“The Application Period, for which the Hospital will accept and process an individual’s FAP application begins on the date of care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge billing statement is provided for the care or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary
Loretto Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Lurie Children's
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, childrens · Lurie Children's
Free care
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Insured Patients eligible for discounted care, with annual Family Income less than or equal to 400% FPG, shall receive a discount of 100%.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured Patients eligible for discounted care, with annual Family Income less than or equal to 600% FPG, shall receive an Amount Generally Billed (AGB) discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“ends on the 240th day after the date Lurie Children’s (i.e. mails, sends electronically, or delivers by hand) the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Methodist Hospital of Chicago
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Mount Sinai Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Provident Hospital of Cook County
Chicago, Cook County · Government, general acute care · Cook County Health
Timing
90 days following the date of discharge or receipt of outpatient care
The policy says
“Please complete this form and submit this application along with all the required verifications/documents within 90 days following the date of discharge or receipt of outpatient care to one of our hospitals listed below.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Application
Resurrection Medical Center
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Roseland Community Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Those at 200% or less of the poverty guidelines can receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with less income than 200% of the federal poverty guidelines are eligible for the 100% charity write off and those whose income is between 300% - 600% of the federal poverty guideline qualify for the SFS patient discount program.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Rush System for Health
Free care
Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Charity Care Program – Hospital bill and professional bill is reduced by 100%, on an episodic basis, subject to submission of all required documentation (as described below) for patients who are uninsured or insured and whose family income is equal to or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Underinsured Discount Program – Hospital bill and professional bill is reduced by 80%, on an episodic basis, for patients who are underinsured and whose family income is greater than 300% and equal to or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Patients may submit an application up to 240 days from the date on which Rush issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Saint Anthony Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“For eligible services, full free care will be provided to patients, or their guarantors, who are uninsured or underinsured and with annual family incomes equal to or less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured or underinsured patients with annual family incomes exceeding 200% but equal to or less than 600% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines will be eligible for a partial discount of 70% off charges.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“An application for financial assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post-discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ascension Illinois
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with income less than or equal to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level income ("FPL"), will be eligible for 100% discount on the portion of the charges in which the Patient is responsible following payment by an insurer, if any”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“uninsured Patients with incomes above 250% of the FPL but not exceeding 600% of the FPL, will receive a sliding scale discount on that portion of the charges for services provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240th day after the first discharge bill
The policy says
“submits a financial assistance application (an "Application") on or prior to the 240th day after the Patient's first discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Prime Healthcare
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income does not exceed 600% of the current Federal Poverty Level;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“no later than two hundred forty (240) days following the date of the first post-discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Shriners Children's Chicago
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, childrens · Shriners Children's
Free care
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family income is at or below 400% of the FPL are eligible to receive 100% discount under SHC’s Charity Care Program”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
South Shore Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“200% or less of Federal Poverty Guidelines receive free care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“400% or less of Federal Poverty Guidelines receive discounted care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
360 days after first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“it ends on the 360th day after Hospital provides the individual with the first Post-Discharge billing statement for the Emergency Treatment or Medically Necessary Care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Application
St. Bernard Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Swedish Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Endeavor Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free Care Uninsured and Insured Patients 0% - 200%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Discount on Sliding Scale Uninsured Patients Only 401% - 600%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first billing statement
The policy says
“Financial assistance applications are due no later than 240 days after the date of the first billing statement sent for the services for which you are requesting financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Thorek Memorial Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with household income less than or equal to 200% of FPG receive free care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with household income over 200% but not greater than 600% of FPG receive discounted care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
60 days of service date or determination of patient responsibility
The policy says
“Application and all supporting documentation are received at time of service or within 60 days of service date or determination of patient responsibility.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
University of Chicago Medical Center (UChicago Medicine)
Chicago, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · UChicago Medicine
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with household incomes at 200 percent or less of the federal poverty level can receive a 100 percent discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with household incomes above 200 percent but below 600 percent of the federal poverty level can receive an 80 percent discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy
University of Illinois Hospital (UI Health)
Chicago, Cook County · Government, general acute care · UI Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“a) 0 to 200% of the federal poverty level, the uninsured patient discount is equal to 100% from full charges (bill is completely discounted).”
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Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“b) 201 to 600% of the federal poverty level, the uninsured patient discount shall be minimally consistent with the cost-based discount established by the Uninsured Patient Discount Act (UPDA)”
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Timing
240 days of receipt of first bill
The policy says
“Patients must apply for financial assistance or otherwise be determined to be presumptively eligible within 240 days of receipt of their first bill.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Warner Hospital & Health Services
Clinton, De Witt County · Government, critical access
Financial assistance policy Application
Mercyhealth Hospital & Physician Clinic-Crystal La
Crystal Lake, McHenry County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center
Danville, Vermilion County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, Macon County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS St. Mary's Hospital
Decatur, Macon County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital
Dekalb, De Kalb County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center
Dixon, Lee County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
Downers Grove, Du Page County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Marshall Browning Hospital
Du Quoin, Perry County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
Effingham, Effingham County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Ferrell Hospital
Eldorado, Saline County · Nonprofit, critical access
Free care
Up to 125% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $41,250 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured patients with incomes below 125% of the Federal Poverty Guideline qualify for free care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured patients with incomes between 125% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline may only be billed up to 20% of their gross annual income in a 12-month period.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Ferrell Hospital will accept applications for its Financial Assistance Program for the first 240 days following the first post discharge bill to the patient, including on accounts sent to collections during the application period.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Advocate Sherman Hospital
Elgin, Kane County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Elgin Mental Health Center
Elgin, Kane County · Government, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Saint Joseph Hospital
Elgin, Kane County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ascension Alexian Brothers
Elk Grove Village, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carle Eureka Hospital
Eureka, Woodford County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Evanston Hospital
Evanston, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Endeavor Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free Care Uninsured and Insured Patients 0% - 200%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Discount on Sliding Scale Uninsured Patients Only 401% - 600%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first billing statement
The policy says
“Financial assistance applications are due no later than 240 days after the date of the first billing statement sent for the services for which you are requesting financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Saint Francis Hospital
Evanston, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center
Evergreen Park, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Fairfield Memorial Hospital
Fairfield, Wayne County · Nonprofit, critical access
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“0% - 200% 100%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“201% - 300% 50% flat discount on total account balances”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
current calendar year plus 2 previous calendar years
The policy says
“The Financial Assistance Application will be accepted and processed for the current calendar year, plus the 2 previous calendar years.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Clay County Hospital and Medical Clinics
Flora, Clay County · Government, critical access
Financial assistance policy Application
FHN Memorial Hospital
Freeport, Stephenson County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Midwest Medical Center
Galena, Jo Daviess County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF St. Mary Medical Center
Galesburg, Knox County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Hammond-Henry Hospital
Geneseo, Henry County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital
Geneva, Kane County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Gibson Community Hospital
Gibson City, Ford County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Glenoaks
Glendale Heights, Du Page County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Gateway Regional Medical Center
Granite City, Madison County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS Holy Family Hospital
Greenville, Bond County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
SIH Harrisburg Medical Center
Harrisburg, Saline County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Mercy Harvard Hospital
Harvard, McHenry County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Mason District Hospital
Havana, Mason County · Government, critical access
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Maximum annual Household Income for free care (200% of 2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Maximum annual Household Income for 75% discount (300% of 2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
minimum 240 days
The policy says
“patients are permitted a minimum of two hundred and forty (240) days to apply and submit an Application.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Application
SIH Herrin Hospital
Herrin, Williamson County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Highland
Highland, Madison County · Nonprofit, critical access · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Hillsboro Area Hospital
Hillsboro, Montgomery County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Madden Mental Health Center
Hines, Cook County · Government, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale
Hinsdale, Du Page County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital
Hoffman Estates, Cook County · Nonprofit, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ascension Saint Alexius
Hoffman Estates, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center
Hoopeston, Vermilion County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Hopedale Medical Complex
Hopedale, Tazewell County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Jacksonville Memorial Hospital
Jacksonville, Morgan County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Jersey Community Hospital
Jerseyville, Jersey County · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Saint Joseph Medical Center
Joliet, Will County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Riverside Medical Center
Kankakee, Kankakee County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Riverside Healthcare
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients whose family income is at or below 200% of the FPL are eligible to receive free care;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
St. Mary's Hospital
Kankakee, Kankakee County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Saint Luke Medical Center
Kewanee, Henry County · Nonprofit, critical access · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth La Grange
La Grange, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital
Lake Forest, Lake County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Lawrence County Memorial Hospital
Lawrenceville, Lawrence County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Advocate Condell Medical Center
Libertyville, Lake County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
Lincoln, Logan County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS St. Francis Hospital
Litchfield, Montgomery County · Nonprofit, critical access · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
McDonough District Hospital
Macomb, McDonough County · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Anderson Hospital
Maryville, Madison County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mattoon, Coles County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Loyola Medicine (Trinity Health)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured Patients whose Family Income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) will be eligible for a 100% discount on the charges for services received.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured Patients whose Family Income is above 200% of the FPL and does not exceed 400% of the FPL (or the higher % required by state law, if applicable) will be eligible for a discount on the charges for services received.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after care, or later if a 30-day presumptive-support period or a written-notice deadline ends later
The policy says
“Application Period begins the day that care is provided and ends the later of 240 days after that date or either --”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital
Mchenry, McHenry County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Hamilton Memorial Hospital
Mcleansboro, Hamilton County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Gottlieb Memorial Hospital (Loyola Medicine)
Melrose Park, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Saint Paul Medical Center
Mendota, La Salle County · Nonprofit, critical access · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Massac Memorial Hospital
Metropolis, Massac County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Holy Family Medical Center
Monmouth, Warren County · Nonprofit, critical access · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Kirby Medical Center
Monticello, Piatt County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Morris Hospital
Morris, Grundy County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Morrison Community Hospital
Morrison, Whiteside County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Wabash General Hospital
Mount Carmel, Wabash County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital
Mount Vernon, Jefferson County · Nonprofit, general acute care · SSM Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“0% – 200% 100%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“351% - 400% 20% of amount over $2,000”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It begins on or before the first day care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary
SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital
Murphysboro, Jackson County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Edward Hospital
Naperville, Du Page County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Endeavor Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free Care Uninsured and Insured Patients 0% - 200%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Discount on Sliding Scale Uninsured Patients Only 401% - 600%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first billing statement
The policy says
“Financial assistance applications are due no later than 240 days after the date of the first billing statement sent for the services for which you are requesting financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Linden Oaks Hospital
Naperville, Du Page County · Nonprofit, psychiatric · Endeavor Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free Care Uninsured and Insured Patients 0% - 200%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Discount on Sliding Scale Uninsured Patients Only 401% - 600%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after the first billing statement
The policy says
“Financial assistance applications are due no later than 240 days after the date of the first billing statement sent for the services for which you are requesting financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Washington County Hospital
Nashville, Washington County · Government, critical access
Timing
60 days after service or discharge
The policy says
“Patients seeking financial assistance must fill out the Financial Assistance Application ( FinancialAssistApp2013) and return within 60 days of service/discharge date.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Application
Silver Cross Hospital
New Lenox, Will County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carle Bromenn Medical Center
Normal, McLean County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital
O Fallon, St. Clair County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Rush Oak Park Hospital
Oak Park, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Rush System for Health
Free care
Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Charity Care Program – Hospital bill and professional bill is reduced by 100%, on an episodic basis, subject to submission of all required documentation (as described below) for patients who are uninsured or insured and whose family income is equal to or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Underinsured Discount Program – Hospital bill and professional bill is reduced by 80%, on an episodic basis, for patients who are underinsured and whose family income is greater than 300% and equal to or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Patients may submit an application up to 240 days from the date on which Rush issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
West Suburban Medical Center
Oak Park, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carle Richland Memorial Hospital
Olney, Richland County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
Olympia Fields, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Palos Community Hospital (Palos Health)
Palos Heights, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Pana Community Hospital
Pana, Christian County · Nonprofit, critical access
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Maximum annual Household Income for free care (200% of 2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Maximum annual Household Income for 75% discount (300% of 2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days
The policy says
“patients are permitted a minimum of two hundred and forty (240) days to apply and submit an Application.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Paris Community Hospital
Paris, Edgar County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Park Ridge, Cook County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carle Health Pekin Hospital
Pekin, Tazewell County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carle Health Methodist Hospital
Peoria, Peoria County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carle Health Proctor Hospital
Peoria, La Salle County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, Peoria County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center
Peru, La Salle County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Pinckneyville Community Hospital
Pinckneyville, Perry County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Illini Community Hospital
Pittsfield, Pike County · Nonprofit, critical access · Blessing Health System
Timing
240 days
The policy says
“if the completed financial assistance application was submitted within 240 days of the first patient billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
OSF Saint James - John W. Albrecht Medical Center
Pontiac, Livingston County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
OSF Saint Clare Medical Center
Princeton, Bureau County · Nonprofit, critical access · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Blessing Hospital
Quincy, Adams County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Blessing Health System
Timing
240 days
The policy says
“if the completed financial assistance application was submitted within 240 days of the first patient billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Crawford Memorial Hospital
Robinson, Crawford County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Rochelle Community Hospital
Rochelle, Ogle County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
UnityPoint Health Quad Cities - Trinity Medical Center - Rock Island
Rock Island, Rock Island County · Nonprofit, general acute care · UnityPoint Health
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“0-200% of FPIG : 100% discount off AGB”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“401-600% of FPIG : AGB only”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
90 days from discharge or date of service (Illinois Schedule B); application form says 60 days
The policy says
“An IL UPH Hospital must permit an Uninsured Patient to apply for a discount within 90 days of the date of discharge or date of service.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Hospital’s financial assistance page Plain language summary Application
Javon Bea Hospital
Rockford, Winnebago County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
Rockford, Winnebago County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
UW Health Rockford (formerly SwedishAmerican Hospital)
Rockford, Winnebago County · Nonprofit, general acute care · UW Health
Free care
Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“If you and/or your family’s combined income is at or below 300% of the FPG, you may not have to pay for the care you receive at UW Health.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients who have a household income at or below 600% of the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines (FPL) may receive free or discounted care as illustrated in Attachment D (Financial Assistance Adjustment Levels).”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days
The policy says
“patients may submit a Financial Assistance Application up to 240 days from the date of discharge or service.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Hardin County General Hospital & Clinic
Rosiclare, Hardin County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Sarah D Culbertson Memorial Hospital
Rushville, Schuyler County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Salem Township Hospital
Salem, Marion County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Valley West Community Hospital
Sandwich, De Kalb County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital
Shelbyville, Shelby County · Nonprofit, critical access · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
MercyOne Genesis Medical Center, Illini Campus (Silvis)
Silvis, Rock Island County · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Sparta Community Hospital
Sparta, Randolph County · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Andrew Mcfarland Mental Hlth Ctr
Springfield, Sangamon County · Government, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
HSHS St. John's Hospital
Springfield, Sangamon County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
Free care
Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 600% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, Sangamon County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Community Hospital of Staunton
Staunton, Macoupin County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Cgh Medical Center
Sterling, Whiteside County · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Taylorville Memorial Hospital
Taylorville, Christian County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Carle Foundation Hospital
Urbana, Champaign County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center
Urbana, Champaign County · Nonprofit, general acute care · OSF HealthCare
Free care
Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income up to 250% FPL are eligible to receive a 100% discount on the Patient Balance Due;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Discounts
Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family Income of above 350% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the Patient Balance Due”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Timing
240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications for Financial Assistance may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policy Plain language summary Application
Fayette County Hospital
Vandalia, Fayette County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Iroquois Memorial Hospital
Watseka, Iroquois County · Nonprofit, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
Winfield, Du Page County · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-08 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.

For-profit hospitals

The federal rules for nonprofit hospitals do not apply to a for-profit hospital. Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.

Deaconess Illinois Union County
Anna, Union County · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Macneal Hospital
Berwyn, Cook County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Community First Medical Center
Chicago, Cook County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Hartgrove Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Louis a Weiss Memorial Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital
Chicago, Cook County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Chicago Behavioral Hospital
Des Plaines, Cook County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Elmhurst, Du Page County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Riveredge Hospital
Forest Park, Cook County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Harvey, Cook County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Heartland Regional Medical Center
Marion, Williamson County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Deaconess Illinois Crossroads
Mount Vernon, Jefferson County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital
New Lenox, Will County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Red Bud Regional Hospital
Red Bud, Randolph County · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
BHC Streamwood Hospital
Streamwood, Cook County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Lake Behavioral Hospital
Waukegan, Lake County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Vista Medical Center East
Waukegan, Lake County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Midwestern Region Med Center
Zion, Lake County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.

Federal rules for nonprofit hospitals

A nonprofit hospital must have a written financial assistance policy. There is no federal income level: the policy sets its own criteria.
It must accept applications for at least 240 days after the first bill sent after you leave.
For patients it finds eligible, charges for emergency and other medically necessary care are limited to the amounts generally billed to people with insurance.
These rules apply to hospitals recognized as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), including government hospitals with that status.

More in the hospital charity care guide.

What to ask the billing office

Ask for the financial assistance policy, the application and the plain language summary.
Ask which income limit applies to your household and what counts as income.
Ask whether the doctors who treated you are covered by the policy or bill separately.
Ask until when you can still apply for the bill you have, and ask for the answer in writing.

The free financial assistance letter asks for all three papers. Denied? How to appeal or reapply. Already paid? How applying after you have paid works. Compare large health systems on the hospital list.

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Sources

The list of hospitals, their towns, counties and ownership come from Hospital General Information (CMS Provider Data Catalog), modified 2026-07-22. Ownership is CMS’s label, not a tax ruling. We left out the 5 hospitals the CMS file lists under federal ownership, such as VA and military hospitals.

Each figure comes from the hospital’s own policy, which every figure links to, with the policy’s words and the day we read it (2026-11-08). We used AI reading tools, and a second independent check compared each quote and figure with the policy text. A figure that was not confirmed is left out. Dollar amounts use the 2026 federal poverty guidelines for the 48 states and Washington, DC (91 FR 1797).

We are not part of any of these hospitals. Policies change, and the hospital decides from its own form, with conditions such as assets or residency that the policy sets. If what you read here differs from the current policy, the policy counts. A correction? Tell us on the Support page.

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Illinois hospital financial assistance and charity care

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Nonprofit and government hospitals

MercyOne Genesis Medical Center, Aledo

Alton Memorial Hospital

Alton Mental Health Center

OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center

Choate Mental Health & Development Ctr

Northwest Community Hospital

Mercy Medical Center

Rush Copley Medical Center

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

Memorial Hospital Belleville

Franklin Hospital

OSF St. Joseph Medical Center

Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook

HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Breese

Graham Hospital

SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale

Carlinville Area Hospital

Thomas H Boyd Memorial Hospital

Memorial Hospital

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia

Touchette Regional Hospital

The Pavilion

Memorial Hospital

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Advocate Trinity Hospital

Chicago Read Mental Health Center

Holy Cross Hospital

Humboldt Park Health

Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago

Jackson Park Hospital & Medical Center

John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County

La Rabida Children's Hospital

Loretto Hospital

Lurie Children's

Methodist Hospital of Chicago

Mount Sinai Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Provident Hospital of Cook County

Resurrection Medical Center

Roseland Community Hospital

Rush University Medical Center

Saint Anthony Hospital

Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital

Shriners Children's Chicago

South Shore Hospital

St. Bernard Hospital

Swedish Hospital

Thorek Memorial Hospital

University of Chicago Medical Center (UChicago Medicine)

University of Illinois Hospital (UI Health)

Warner Hospital & Health Services

Mercyhealth Hospital & Physician Clinic-Crystal La

OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center

Decatur Memorial Hospital

HSHS St. Mary's Hospital

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

Marshall Browning Hospital

HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital

Ferrell Hospital

Advocate Sherman Hospital

Elgin Mental Health Center

Saint Joseph Hospital

Ascension Alexian Brothers

Carle Eureka Hospital

Evanston Hospital

Saint Francis Hospital

OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center

Fairfield Memorial Hospital

Clay County Hospital and Medical Clinics

FHN Memorial Hospital

Midwest Medical Center

OSF St. Mary Medical Center

Hammond-Henry Hospital

Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital