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97 Kentucky hospitals, by town.
Nonprofit and government hospitals
The Medical Center at Albany
Albany, Clinton County · Nonprofit, critical access · Med Center 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
“Patients with an Income less than or equal to 200% of FPL or Patients who qualify under Section III D. will be granted discounts equal to 100% of the patient liability.”
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
“Patients with Incomes greater than 300% of FPL and less than or equal to 400% of FPL may receive a 25% discount of the patient liability.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- Until 240 days after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the first post discharge billing statement is provided to the Patient.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
UK King's Daughters Medical Center (Ashland)
Ashland, Boyd County · Nonprofit, general acute care · UK King's Daughters
- 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
“A patient having a family income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines will be eligible for a 100% reduction of the patient responsible balance (i.e., a full write-off).”
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
“Up to 200% of FPG: 100% 201 - 250% of FPG: 80% 251 - 300% of FPG: 65%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“will end on the 240th day after the date of the first post discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Barbourville ARH Hospital
Barbourville, Knox County · Government, critical access · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale. The policy file is dated 2023, so a newer one may exist.
Saint Joseph Flaget (Bardstown)
Bardstown, Nelson County · Nonprofit, general acute care · CommonSpirit Health (CHI Saint Joseph 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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or below 200% of the FPL, including, without limitation, any Uninsured or Underinsured patient, is eligible to receive Financial Assistance up to a 100% discount from his or her account balance”
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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or above 201% but lower than 400% of the FPL”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- later of 365 days from discharge or 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It expires on the later of (i) 365 days from the patient's discharge from the Hospital Facility or the date of the patient's EMCare, or (ii) 240 days from the date of the initial post-discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summary
Marshall County Hospital
Benton, Marshall 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.
Saint Joseph Berea
Berea, Madison County · Nonprofit, critical access · CommonSpirit Health (CHI Saint Joseph 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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or below 200% of the FPL, including, without limitation, any Uninsured or Underinsured patient, is eligible to receive Financial Assistance up to a 100% discount from his or her account balance”
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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or above 201% but lower than 400% of the FPL”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- later of 365 days from discharge or 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It expires on the later of (i) 365 days from the patient's discharge from the Hospital Facility or the date of the patient's EMCare, or (ii) 240 days from the date of the initial post-discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summary
The Medical Center (Bowling Green)
Bowling Green, Warren County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Med Center 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
“Patients with an Income less than or equal to 200% of FPL or Patients who qualify under Section III D. will be granted discounts equal to 100% of the patient liability.”
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
“Patients with Incomes greater than 300% of FPL and less than or equal to 400% of FPL may receive a 25% discount of the patient liability.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- Until 240 days after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the first post discharge billing statement is provided to the Patient.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Cumberland County Hospital
Burkesville, Cumberland County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 150% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $49,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“To qualify, a patient’s family income must be not more than 150% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The policy asks you to apply for Medicaid first. The full policy (2018) is a scan we could not read, so we show no time limit.
Trigg County Hospital
Cadiz, Trigg 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.
Taylor Regional Hospital
Campbellsville, Taylor 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.
Carroll County Memorial Hospital
Carrollton, Carroll County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 100% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $33,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Your family unit’s income is equal to or less than 100 percent of the federal poverty guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Failure to complete and return the application within 240 days of the date that CCMH first sent a post-discharge bill to the patient may result in denial of Financial Assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Above that, its sliding scale is in dollars of monthly income, not in percent of the guidelines, so we show no discount limit.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
TJ Health Columbia
Columbia, Adair 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.
Baptist Health Corbin
Corbin, Whitley County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Baptist 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
“Less than or equal to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Full FAP Assistance)”
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
“Between 301% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Partial FAP Assistance)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“There is a minimum 240-day application period during which BH will accept and process an application for assistance under this FAP.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Baptist Health’s page also links a newer policy dated September 2026, but its text could not be read. These figures are from its June 2026 policy.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
Harrison Memorial Hospital
Cynthiana, Harrison 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.
Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center
Danville, Boyle County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ephraim McDowell Health
- Free care
- Up to 125% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $41,250 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines are eligible for 100% assistance.”
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
“household income of up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines in accordance with Exhibit C.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- Application covers charges for 8 months back; must be renewed every 6 months
The policy says
“which must be completed every 6 months and will be applied to account balances retroactively for a period of 8 months from the date of the financial assistance application if no prior application is on file”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The free care limit comes with a test of total assets: the policy counts assets over $10,000.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summary
St. Elizabeth Edgewood
Edgewood, Kenton County · Nonprofit, general acute care · St. Elizabeth 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 who can demonstrate their family income is at or below 200% of the existing Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) on the date of service are eligible for 100% discount on any patient balance.”
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
“Individuals with an income level from 201% to 300% FPG will receive a 50% adjustment and individuals with an income level from 301% to 400% FPG, will receive a 25% adjustment.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 365 days before and after the application date
The policy says
“A FAP application can be used to cover accounts with admission dates within 365 days prior to and after the date of receipt of the application.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Baptist Health Hardin
Elizabethtown, Hardin County · Government, general acute care · Baptist 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
“Less than or equal to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Full FAP Assistance)”
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
“Between 301% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Partial FAP Assistance)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“There is a minimum 240-day application period during which BH will accept and process an application for assistance under this FAP.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Baptist Health’s page also links a newer policy dated September 2026, but its text could not be read. These figures are from its June 2026 policy.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
Fleming County Hospital
Flemingsburg, Fleming County · Nonprofit, rural emergency
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.
St. Elizabeth Florence
Florence, Boone County · Nonprofit, general acute care · St. Elizabeth 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 who can demonstrate their family income is at or below 200% of the existing Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) on the date of service are eligible for 100% discount on any patient balance.”
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
“Individuals with an income level from 201% to 300% FPG will receive a 50% adjustment and individuals with an income level from 301% to 400% FPG, will receive a 25% adjustment.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 365 days before and after the application date
The policy says
“A FAP application can be used to cover accounts with admission dates within 365 days prior to and after the date of receipt of the application.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas
Fort Thomas, Campbell County · Nonprofit, general acute care · St. Elizabeth 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 who can demonstrate their family income is at or below 200% of the existing Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) on the date of service are eligible for 100% discount on any patient balance.”
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
“Individuals with an income level from 201% to 300% FPG will receive a 50% adjustment and individuals with an income level from 301% to 400% FPG, will receive a 25% adjustment.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 365 days before and after the application date
The policy says
“A FAP application can be used to cover accounts with admission dates within 365 days prior to and after the date of receipt of the application.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
The Medical Center at Franklin
Franklin, Simpson County · Nonprofit, critical access · Med Center 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
“Patients with an Income less than or equal to 200% of FPL or Patients who qualify under Section III D. will be granted discounts equal to 100% of the patient liability.”
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
“Patients with Incomes greater than 300% of FPL and less than or equal to 400% of FPL may receive a 25% discount of the patient liability.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- Until 240 days after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the first post discharge billing statement is provided to the Patient.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
TJ Samson Community Hospital
Glasgow, Barren 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.
Jane Todd Crawford Hospital
Greensburg, Green County · Nonprofit, critical access
- 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 = Free Care. Patients whose family income is above 100 percent but not more than 300 percent of the FPL”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- No fixed deadline: can be decided at any point in the collection cycle
The policy says
“However, the determination may be done at any point in the collection cycle.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The policy file is dated 2022, while its plain language summary says it was revised 4/29/2026.
Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital
Greenville, Muhlenberg 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.
Breckinridge Memorial Hospital
Hardinsburg, Breckinridge County · Government, critical access · Breckinridge Health Inc.
- Free care
- Up to 140% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $46,200 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The 0% threshold is equivalent to 140% of the 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
“This top number is equivalent to 300% of the U.S. Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“All applicable documents and information must be received within 240 days after the first post-discharge statement is received in order to receive FAP discounting.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Harlan ARH Hospital
Harlan, Harlan County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Ephraim McDowell James B. Haggin Hospital
Harrodsburg, Mercer County · Nonprofit, critical access · Ephraim McDowell Health
- Free care
- Up to 125% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $41,250 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Uninsured Patients and Patients with a balance due after insurance that have a household income (including total Assets in excess of $10,000) at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines are eligible for 100% assistance.”
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
“A sliding scale of discounted charges is available for those Uninsured Patients and Patients with a balance due after insurance that have a household income of up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines in accordance with Exhibit C.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- Applies retroactively 8 months from the application date; must be renewed every 6 months
The policy says
“which must be completed every 6 months and will be applied to account balances retroactively for a period of 8 months from the date of the financial assistance application if no prior application is on file”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The free care limit comes with a test of total assets: the policy counts assets over $10,000.
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Hazard, Perry County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Deaconess Henderson Hospital
Henderson, Henderson County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Deaconess Health System
- 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.
- Discounts
- Up to 350% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $115,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients whose family income is above 200% and up to 350% of the FPL are eligible to receive services at a discount rate.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summaryApplication
Jennie Stuart Health
Hopkinsville, Christian County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Deaconess Health System (joined October 1, 2025)
- 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
“1. 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.
- Discounts
- Up to 350% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $115,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“2. Patients whose family income is above 200% and up to 350% of the FPL are eligible to receive services at a discount rate.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- No deadline: apply at any point in the scheduling or billing process
The policy says
“Patients may apply for financial assistance at any point in the scheduling or billing process by completing and submitting an application with proof of income and assets.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Western State Hospital
Hopkinsville, Christian 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.
The Medical Center at Caverna
Horse Cave, Hart County · Nonprofit, critical access · Med Center 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
“Patients with an Income less than or equal to 200% of FPL or Patients who qualify under Section III D. will be granted discounts equal to 100% of the patient liability.”
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
“Patients with Incomes greater than 300% of FPL and less than or equal to 400% of FPL may receive a 25% discount of the patient liability.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240th day after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the first post discharge billing statement”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Mary Breckinridge ARH Hospital
Hyden, Leslie County · Nonprofit, critical access · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Mercy Health - Marcum and Wallace Hospital
Irvine, Estill County · Nonprofit, critical access · Mercy Health (Bon Secours Mercy 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
“Individuals with an income level at 200% FPG or below 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
“HFA eligibility is based upon expanded income levels of up to 400% of FPG”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Baptist Health La Grange
La Grange, Oldham County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Baptist 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
“Less than or equal to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Full FAP Assistance)”
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
“Between 301% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Partial FAP Assistance)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“There is a minimum 240-day application period during which BH will accept and process an application for assistance under this FAP.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Baptist Health’s page also links a newer policy dated September 2026, but its text could not be read. These figures are from its June 2026 policy.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center
Leitchfield, Grayson 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.
Baptist Health Lexington
Lexington, Fayette County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Baptist 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
“Less than or equal to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Full FAP Assistance)”
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
“Between 301% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Partial FAP Assistance)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“There is a minimum 240-day application period during which BH will accept and process an application for assistance under this FAP.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Baptist Health’s page also links a newer policy dated September 2026, but its text could not be read. These figures are from its June 2026 policy.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
Eastern State Hospital
Lexington, Fayette 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.
Saint Joseph East (Lexington)
Lexington, Fayette County · Nonprofit, general acute care · CommonSpirit Health (CHI Saint Joseph 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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or below 200% of the FPL, including, without limitation, any Uninsured or Underinsured patient, is eligible to receive Financial Assistance up to a 100% discount from his or her account balance”
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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or above 201% but lower than 400% of the FPL”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- later of 365 days from discharge or 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It expires on the later of (i) 365 days from the patient's discharge from the Hospital Facility or the date of the patient's EMCare, or (ii) 240 days from the date of the initial post-discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summary
Saint Joseph Hospital (Lexington)
Lexington, Fayette County · Nonprofit, general acute care · CommonSpirit Health (CHI Saint Joseph 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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or below 200% of the FPL, including, without limitation, any Uninsured or Underinsured patient, is eligible to receive Financial Assistance up to a 100% discount from his or her account balance”
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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or above 201% but lower than 400% of the FPL”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- later of 365 days from discharge or 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It expires on the later of (i) 365 days from the patient's discharge from the Hospital Facility or the date of the patient's EMCare, or (ii) 240 days from the date of the initial post-discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summary
University of Kentucky Hospital (UK Chandler Hospital)
Lexington, Fayette County · Government, general acute care · UK HealthCare
- 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
“Applicants whose household assets/income/liabilities are less than or equal to 300% of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines for the family size may be eligible for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first patient billing statement
The policy says
“retroactively for current outstanding patient balances –240 days from the first patient billing statement on the account”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The policy says the 240 days is how far back an approval reaches, not a strict deadline.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
Casey County Hospital
Liberty, Casey County · Government, critical access
- 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 = Free Care. Patients whose family income is above 100 percent but not more than 300 percent of the FPL”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The policy file on the hospital’s site is dated 2022 and may be out of date.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Saint Joseph London
London, Laurel County · Nonprofit, general acute care · CommonSpirit Health (CHI Saint Joseph 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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or below 200% of the FPL, including, without limitation, any Uninsured or Underinsured patient, is eligible to receive Financial Assistance up to a 100% discount from his or her account balance”
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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or above 201% but lower than 400% of the FPL”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- later of 365 days from discharge or 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It expires on the later of (i) 365 days from the patient's discharge from the Hospital Facility or the date of the patient's EMCare, or (ii) 240 days from the date of the initial post-discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summary
Baptist Health Louisville
Louisville, Jefferson County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Baptist 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
“Less than or equal to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Full FAP Assistance)”
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
“Between 301% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Partial FAP Assistance)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“There is a minimum 240-day application period during which BH will accept and process an application for assistance under this FAP.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Baptist Health’s page also links a newer policy dated September 2026, but its text could not be read. These figures are from its June 2026 policy.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
Central State Hospital
Louisville, Jefferson 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.
Norton Hospital (Norton Healthcare), Louisville
Louisville, Jefferson County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Norton Healthcare
- Free care
- Up to 350% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $115,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The patient’s family unit income is equal to or less than 350% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (“FPG”)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The policy also has an asset test and residency rules.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
The Brook Hospital - Dupont
Louisville, Jefferson 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.
UofL Health - Jewish Hospital and Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
Louisville, Jefferson County · Nonprofit, general acute care · UofL 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
“Patients whose Family Income is at or below 300% of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines are eligible to receive full Financial Assistance in the form of free emergency or medically necessary care.”
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 UofL Health Hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summaryApplication
UofL Hospital
Louisville, Jefferson County · Nonprofit, general acute care · UofL 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
“Patients whose Family Income is at or below 300% of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines are eligible to receive full Financial Assistance in the form of free emergency or medically necessary care.”
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 UofL Health Hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summaryApplication
Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville
Madisonville, Hopkins 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.
AdventHealth Manchester
Manchester, Clay 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.
Crittenden Community Hospital
Marion, Crittenden County · Government, rural emergency
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.
ARH Our Lady of the Way Hospital
Martin, Floyd County · Nonprofit, critical access · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Mayfield, Graves 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.
McDowell ARH Hospital
McDowell, Floyd County · Nonprofit, critical access · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Middlesboro ARH Hospital
Middlesboro, Bell County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Wayne County Hospital
Monticello, Wayne County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 150% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $49,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Has an annual household income equal to or less than 150% of the Federal Poverty Level”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first billing statement
The policy says
“The total period of time the hospital will accept and process a FAP application is 240 days from the date of the first billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The policy posted on the hospital’s site is the 2019 version. It also asks for a Medicaid denial and a limit on resources.
Deaconess Union County Hospital
Morganfield, Union County · Nonprofit, critical access · Deaconess Health System
- 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.
- Discounts
- Up to 350% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $115,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients whose family income is above 200% and up to 350% of the FPL are eligible to receive services at a discount rate.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling
Mount Sterling, Montgomery County · Nonprofit, general acute care · CommonSpirit Health (CHI Saint Joseph 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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or below 200% of the FPL, including, without limitation, any Uninsured or Underinsured patient, is eligible to receive Financial Assistance up to a 100% discount from his or her account balance”
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
“Any patient whose Family Income is at or above 201% but lower than 400% of the FPL”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- later of 365 days from discharge or 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It expires on the later of (i) 365 days from the patient's discharge from the Hospital Facility or the date of the patient's EMCare, or (ii) 240 days from the date of the initial post-discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summary
Rockcastle Regional Hospital
Mount Vernon, Rockcastle County · Nonprofit, general acute care
- Free care
- Up to 150% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $49,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Uninsured patients whose family income is equal to or less than 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines are generally eligible for free emergency and medically necessary care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first billing statement
The policy says
“The total period of time the hospital will accept and process an FAP application is 240 days from the date of the first billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The policy was revised in 2018 and posted again in January 2025.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summary
Murray-Calloway County Hospital
Murray, Calloway County · Nonprofit, general acute care
- Free care
- Up to 150% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $49,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“If your family income is less than or between 100% and 150% of the federal poverty level”
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
“If your family income is between 251% and 300% of the federal poverty level”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Open to residents of Calloway County and people who work there.
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
Owensboro, Daviess 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.
Baptist Health Paducah
Paducah, McCracken County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Baptist 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
“Less than or equal to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Full FAP Assistance)”
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
“Between 301% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Partial FAP Assistance)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“There is a minimum 240-day application period during which BH will accept and process an application for assistance under this FAP.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Baptist Health’s page also links a newer policy dated September 2026, but its text could not be read. These figures are from its June 2026 policy.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital
Paducah, McCracken County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Bon Secours Mercy 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
“Individuals with an income level at 200% FPG or below 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
“HFA eligibility is based upon expanded income levels of up to 400% of FPG and is prorated on a sliding scale applicable to the respective market area.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville, Pike County · Nonprofit, general acute care
Its policy sets help in a table based on income and assets, not in percent of the federal poverty guidelines, so we show no limit. Open the policy to see the table.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Pineville Community Health Center
Pineville, Bell County · Nonprofit, general acute care
- Free care
- Up to 150% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $49,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“To uninsured patients, we offer emergency and other medically necessary services in our hospital at no charge to you if your income is at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (the "FPG").”
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
“Patients whose income is between 150 - 300% of FPG are eligible for sliding-scale financial relief.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Caldwell Medical Center
Princeton, Caldwell 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.
Baptist Health Richmond
Richmond, Madison County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Baptist 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
“Less than or equal to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Full FAP Assistance)”
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
“Between 301% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (Partial FAP Assistance)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“There is a minimum 240-day application period during which BH will accept and process an application for assistance under this FAP.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Baptist Health’s page also links a newer policy dated September 2026, but its text could not be read. These figures are from its June 2026 policy.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
Russell County Hospital
Russell Springs, Russell 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.
Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services
Salem, Livingston 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
“1. 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.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“3. Patients whose family income is above 300% but not more than 400% of the FPL are eligible to receive services at a 25% discount”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- No fixed deadline: can be decided at any point in the collection cycle
The policy says
“The determination of eligibility for assistance may be made at any point in the collection cycle.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The Medical Center at Scottsville
Scottsville, Allen County · Nonprofit, critical access · Med Center 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
“Patients with an Income less than or equal to 200% of FPL or Patients who qualify under Section III D. will be granted discounts equal to 100% of the patient liability.”
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
“Patients with Incomes greater than 300% of FPL and less than or equal to 400% of FPL may receive a 25% discount of the patient liability.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- Until 240 days after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the first post discharge billing statement is provided to the Patient.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
UofL Health - Shelbyville Hospital
Shelbyville, Shelby County · Nonprofit, general acute care · UofL 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
“Patients whose Family Income is at or below 300% of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines are eligible to receive full Financial Assistance in the form of free emergency or medically necessary care.”
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 UofL Health Hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summaryApplication
Ephraim McDowell Fort Logan Hospital
Stanford, Lincoln County · Nonprofit, critical access · Ephraim McDowell Health
- Free care
- Up to 125% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $41,250 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines are eligible for 100% assistance.”
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
“household income of up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines in accordance with Exhibit C.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- Application covers charges for 8 months back; must be renewed every 6 months
The policy says
“which must be completed every 6 months and will be applied to account balances retroactively for a period of 8 months from the date of the financial assistance application if no prior application is on file”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
The free care limit comes with a test of total assets: the policy counts assets over $10,000.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Monroe County Medical Center
Tompkinsville, Monroe 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.
- Discounts
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- 120 days after the first billing statement (240 days if the account is already in collections)
The policy says
“must submit a Financial Assistance Application with supporting documentation within one hundred twenty (120) days of receiving their first billing statement from MCMC”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Morgan County ARH Hospital
West Liberty, Morgan County · Nonprofit, critical access · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
Whitesburg ARH Hospital
Whitesburg, Letcher County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Timing
- Up to 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient may apply for Financial Assistance during the patient registration process or any time after, up to 240 days from the date on which ARH issues its first, post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
ARH’s policy gives no income percentages, so we show none. Ask the billing office for ARH’s sliding fee scale.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance page
St. Elizabeth Grant
Williamstown, Grant County · Nonprofit, critical access · St. Elizabeth 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 who can demonstrate their family income is at or below 200% of the existing Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) on the date of service are eligible for 100% discount on any patient balance.”
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
“Individuals with an income level from 201% to 300% FPG will receive a 50% adjustment and individuals with an income level from 301% to 400% FPG, will receive a 25% adjustment.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
- Timing
- 365 days before and after the application date
The policy says
“A FAP application can be used to cover accounts with admission dates within 365 days prior to and after the date of receipt of the application.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-08.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
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.
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
Bowling Green, Warren County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Sun Behavioral Health
Erlanger, Kenton County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Frankfort Regional Medical Center
Frankfort, Franklin County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Georgetown Community Hospital
Georgetown, Scott County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Ohio County Hospital
Hartford, Ohio County · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Cumberland Hall Hospital
Hopkinsville, Christian County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Kentucky River Medical Center
Jackson, Breathitt County · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Spring View Hospital
Lebanon, Marion County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
The Ridge Behavioral Health System
Lexington, Fayette County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Three Rivers Medical Center
Louisa, Lawrence County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Meadowview Regional Medical Center
Maysville, Mason County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Paintsville ARH Hospital
Paintsville, Johnson County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Bourbon Community Hospital
Paris, Bourbon County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center
Prestonsburg, Floyd County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health System
Radcliff, Hardin County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
The Medical Center at Russellville
Russellville, Logan County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Somerset, Pulaski County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Tug Valley ARH Regional Medical Center
South Williamson, Pike County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Bluegrass Community Hospital
Versailles, Woodford County · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Clark Regional Medical Center
Winchester, Clark 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 6 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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