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156 Louisiana hospitals, by town.
Nonprofit and government hospitals
Abbeville General Hospital
Abbeville, Vermilion Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
Alexandria, Rapides Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · CHRISTUS 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
“Any patient whose gross family income is at or below 300% of the FPL will be extended a full 100% charity care discount for any Uninsured Balance or Balance After Insurance on patient responsibility for Covered Services prior to the application of the Uninsured Discount, if applicable.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 12 months after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The application for the Financial Assistance Program must be submitted to the CHRISTUS Hospital within twelve (12) months of the date of the first post-discharge billing statement that pertains to the care for which the patient or Guarantor is seeking Financial Assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Hood Memorial Hospital
Amite, Tangipahoa Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Morehouse General Hospital
Bastrop, Morehouse Parish · Government, general acute care
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Baton Rouge General
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care
- Timing
- 240 days from first billing statement
The policy says
“Financial Assistance applications are due no later than 240 days following the date of the first billing statement on the account for which Financial Assistance is being requested.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Our Lady of the Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
- Timing
- 240 days after post-discharge billing
The policy says
“the application will be re-opened and reconsidered if the patient contacts us and requests reconsideration within 240 days after post-discharge billing.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
The General
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Baton Rouge General
- Timing
- 240 days from first billing statement
The policy says
“Financial Assistance applications are due no later than 240 days following the date of the first billing statement on the account for which Financial Assistance is being requested.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Woman's Hospital
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care
- Free care
- 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
“A 100% waiver of patient financial obligation for eligible medical services provided by Woman’s Hospital to uninsured and underinsured patients with annualized family incomes at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“Applications may be submitted up to 240 days after the date of the first post-discharge statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Reeves Memorial Medical Center
Bernice, Union Parish · Government, critical access
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Our Lady of the Angels Hospital
Bogalusa, Washington Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
- Timing
- 240 days after post-discharge billing
The policy says
“the application will be re-opened and reconsidered if the patient contacts us and requests reconsideration within 240 days after post-discharge billing.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ochsner St. Martin Hospital
Breaux Bridge, St. Martin Parish · Nonprofit, critical access · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Bunkie General Hospital
Bunkie, Avoyelles Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
St Bernard Parish Hospital
Chalmette, St. Bernard Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Acadia St Landry
Church Point, Acadia Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Citizens Medical Center
Columbia, Caldwell Parish · Government, general acute care
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
CHRISTUS Coushatta Health Care Center
Coushatta, Red River Parish · Nonprofit, critical access · CHRISTUS 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
“Any patient whose gross family income is at or below 300% of the FPL will be extended a full 100% charity care discount for any Uninsured Balance or Balance After Insurance on patient responsibility for Covered Services prior to the application of the Uninsured Discount, if applicable.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 12 months after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The application for the Financial Assistance Program must be submitted to the CHRISTUS Hospital within twelve (12) months of the date of the first post-discharge billing statement that pertains to the care for which the patient or Guarantor is seeking Financial Assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
St. Tammany Health System
Covington, St. Tammany Parish · Government, 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
“100% charity care discount for household income at or below 200%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“60% Sliding Scale discount for household income at or below 300%”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Ochsner Acadia General Hospital
Crowley, Acadia Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Lady of the Sea General Hospital
Cut Off, Lafourche Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Richland Parish Hospital-Delhi
Delhi, Richland Parish · Government, critical access
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Beauregard Memorial Hospital
Deridder, Beauregard Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Prevost Memorial Hospital
Donaldsonville, Ascension Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Union General Hospital
Farmerville, Union Parish · Nonprofit, critical access
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Riverland Medical Center
Ferriday, Concordia Parish · Government, critical access
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Bayou Bend Health System
Franklin, St. Mary Parish · Government, critical access
Riverside Medical Center
Franklinton, Washington Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
St Helena Parish Hospital
Greensburg, St. Helena Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
North Oaks Health System
Hammond, Tangipahoa Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Claiborne Memorial Medical Center
Homer, Claiborne Parish · Government, general acute care
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Leonard J. Chabert Medical Center
Houma, Terrebonne Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Terrebonne General Health System
Houma, Terrebonne Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Lallie Kemp Medical Center
Independence, Tangipahoa Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Eastern La Mental Health System
Jackson, East Feliciana Parish · Government, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Lasalle General Hospital
Jena, Lasalle Parish · Government, general acute care
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ochsner American Legion Hospital
Jennings, Jeffrson Davis Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Jackson Parish Hospital
Jonesboro, Jackson Parish · Government, critical access
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital
Kaplan, Vermilion Parish · Nonprofit, critical access · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner
Kenner, Jefferson Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Allen Parish Hospital
Kinder, Allen Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
- Timing
- 240 days after post-discharge billing
The policy says
“the application will be re-opened and reconsidered if the patient contacts us and requests reconsideration within 240 days after post-discharge billing.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
CHRISTUS Lake Area Hospital
Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · CHRISTUS 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
“Any patient whose gross family income is at or below 300% of the FPL will be extended a full 100% charity care discount for any Uninsured Balance or Balance After Insurance on patient responsibility for Covered Services prior to the application of the Uninsured Discount, if applicable.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 12 months after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The application for the Financial Assistance Program must be submitted to the CHRISTUS Hospital within twelve (12) months of the date of the first post-discharge billing statement that pertains to the care for which the patient or Guarantor is seeking Financial Assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital
Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · CHRISTUS 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
“Any patient whose gross family income is at or below 300% of the FPL will be extended a full 100% charity care discount for any Uninsured Balance or Balance After Insurance on patient responsibility for Covered Services prior to the application of the Uninsured Discount, if applicable.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 12 months after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The application for the Financial Assistance Program must be submitted to the CHRISTUS Hospital within twelve (12) months of the date of the first post-discharge billing statement that pertains to the care for which the patient or Guarantor is seeking Financial Assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish · 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
“At or Below 200% of FPL Free Care (no fees from patient required)”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after post-discharge billing
The policy says
“Although applications may be denied if not completed within 30 days, the application will be re-opened and reconsidered if the patient contacts us and requests reconsideration within 240 days after post -discharge billing.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
East Carroll Parish Hospital
Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
St Charles Parish Hospital
Luling, St. Charles Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
St James Parish Hospital
Lutcher, St. James Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Savoy Medical Center
Mamou, Evangeline Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care
- 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
“Full Charity Care. Any patient whose gross family income is at or below 300% of the FPL will be extended a full 100% charity care discount for any Uninsured Balance or Balance After Insurance on patient responsibility for Covered Services prior to the application of the Uninsured Discount, if applicable.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 12 months from first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The application for the Financial Assistance Program must be submitted to the SMC Hospital within twelve (12) months of the date of the first post- discharge billing statement that pertains to the care for which the patient or Guarantor is seeking Financial Assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Northlake Behavioral Health System
Mandeville, St. Tammany Parish · Nonprofit, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Desoto Regional Health System
Mansfield, De Soto Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
West Jefferson Medical Center
Marrero, Jefferson Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · LCMC Health
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 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
“Free Care: A 100% waiver of patient financial obligation resulting from eligible medical services provided by West Jefferson Medical Center for eligible uninsured and underinsured patients, or their guarantors, with annualized family incomes at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Discounted Care: Financial assistance that provides a percentage discount, based on a sliding scale, for eligible patients, or patient guarantors, with annualized family incomes between 250-400% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the 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, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
East Jefferson General Hospital
Metairie, Jefferson Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · LCMC Health
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 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
“Free Care: A 100% waiver of patient financial obligation resulting from eligible medical services provided by East Jefferson General Hospital for eligible uninsured and underinsured patients, or their guarantors, with annualized family incomes at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Discounted Care: Financial assistance that provides a percentage discount, based on a sliding scale, for eligible patients, or patient guarantors, with annualized family incomes between 250-400% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the 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, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ochsner LSU Health - Monroe Medical Center
Monroe, Ouachita Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“OLHS shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
St. Francis Medical Center
Monroe, Ouachita Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System
- Timing
- 240 days after post-discharge billing
The policy says
“the application will be re-opened and reconsidered if the patient contacts us and requests reconsideration within 240 days after post-discharge billing.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ochsner St. Mary
Morgan City, St. Mary Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Assumption Community Hospital
Napoleonville, Assumption Parish · Nonprofit, rural emergency
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
Natchitoches, Natchitoches Parish · Government, general acute care
We have not read its financial assistance policy yet. Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Iberia Medical Center
New Iberia, Iberia Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Manning Family Children's
New Orleans, Orleans Parish · Nonprofit, childrens · LCMC Health
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 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
“Free Care: A 100% waiver of patient financial obligation resulting from eligible medical services provided by Children’s Hospital for eligible uninsured and underinsured patients, or their guarantors, with annualized family incomes at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Discounted Care: Financial assistance that provides a percentage discount, based on a sliding scale, for eligible patients, or patient guarantors, with annualized family incomes between 250-400% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the 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, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
New Orleans East Hospital
New Orleans, Orleans Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ochsner Medical Center
New Orleans, Jefferson Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Touro
New Orleans, Orleans Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · LCMC Health
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 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: The full amount of the Touro Infirmary charges will be determined covered under this financial assistance policy for any uninsured or underinsured patient, or patient guarantor, whose gross family income is at or below 250% of the current federal poverty level and assets are not available to pay the amount due.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Discounted Care: Financial assistance that provides a percentage discount, based on a sliding scale, for eligible patients, or patient guarantors, with annualized family incomes between 250-400% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the 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, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
University Medical Center New Orleans
New Orleans, Orleans Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · LCMC Health
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 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
“Free Care: A 100% waiver of patient financial obligation resulting from eligible medical services provided by University Medical Center New Orleans for eligible uninsured and underinsured patients, or their guarantors, with annualized family incomes at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Discounted Care: Financial assistance that provides a percentage discount, based on a sliding scale, for eligible patients, or patient guarantors, with annualized family incomes between 250-400% of the Federal Poverty Level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the 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, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Pointe Coupee General Hospital
New Roads, Pointe Coupee Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Hardtner Medical Center
Olla, Lasalle Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Opelousas General Health System
Opelousas, St. Landry Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Central Louisiana State Hospital
Pineville, Rapides Parish · Government, psychiatric
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ochsner St. Anne General Hospital
Raceland, Lafourche Parish · Nonprofit, critical access · Ochsner 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
“Ochsner Health shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Richardson Medical Center
Rayville, Richland Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
West Feliciana Parish Hospital
Saint Francisville, West Feliciana Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · CHRISTUS 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
“Any patient whose gross family income is at or below 300% of the FPL will be extended a full 100% charity care discount for any Uninsured Balance or Balance After Insurance on patient responsibility for Covered Services prior to the application of the Uninsured Discount, if applicable.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 12 months after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The application for the Financial Assistance Program must be submitted to the CHRISTUS Hospital within twelve (12) months of the date of the first post-discharge billing statement that pertains to the care for which the patient or Guarantor is seeking Financial Assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Intensive Specialty Hospital
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · Nonprofit, long-term
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Ochsner LSU Health - Academic Medical Center
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“OLHS shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ochsner 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
“OLHS shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post -discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Willis-Knighton Medical Center
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care · Willis-Knighton 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 100% financial assistance;”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- 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 whose family income is above 200% but not more than 400% of the FPL are eligible to receive financial assistance equal to 76% of gross charges.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Slidell Memorial Hospital
Slidell, St. Tammany Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Springhill Medical Center
Springhill, Webster Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
Sulphur, Calcasieu Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Madison Parish Hospital
Tallulah, Madison Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Thibodaux Regional Health System
Thibodaux, Lafourche Parish · Nonprofit, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (its website did not open for us). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
North Caddo Medical Center
Vivian, Caddo Parish · Government, critical access
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Franklin Medical Center
Winnsboro, Franklin Parish · Government, general acute care
We could not read its financial assistance policy on 2026-11-09 (we found no policy). Ask the billing office for the policy and the application.
Lane Regional Medical Center
Zachary, E. Baton Rouge Parish · Government, 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
“Lane Regional Medical Center shall provide a 100% Financial Assistance discount for eligible services to patients whose Family Income is at 200% of the FPL Guidelines or less.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- 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 whose Family Income falls in the range of 200% to 400% FPL may be eligible to receive a 75% discount where the patient will owe 25%.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“A patient has 240 days from the date of the first post-discharge bill for an episode of care to apply for Financial Assistance for that episode of care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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.
Alexandria Hospital
Alexandria, Rapides Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital
Alexandria, Rapides Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Compass Behavioral Center of Alexandria
Alexandria, Rapides Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Longleaf Hospital
Alexandria, Rapides Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Alexandria
Alexandria, Rapides Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Rapides Regional Medical Center
Alexandria, Rapides Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Bienville Medical Center
Arcadia, Bienville Parish · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Bastrop
Bastrop, Morehouse Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital, L L C
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Baton Rouge Behavioral Hospital
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Regions Behavioral Hospital
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Surgical Specialty Center of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
The Spine Hospital of Louisiana
Baton Rouge, E. Baton Rouge Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Red River Behavioral Center
Bossier City, Bossier Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Genesis Behavioral Hospital
Breaux Bridge, St. Martin Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oceans Hospital of Broussard
Broussard, Lafayette Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Beacon Behavioral Hospital - Central
Bunkie, Avoyelles Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Caldwell Memorial Hospital
Columbia, Caldwell Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Avala
Covington, St. Tammany Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Greenbrier Behavioral Health
Covington, St. Tammany Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Sage Specialty Hospital
Denham Springs, Livingston Parish · For-profit, long-term
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Dequincy Memorial Hospital
Dequincy, Calcasieu Parish · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Deridder
Deridder, Beauregard Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Acadian Medical Center
Eunice, St. Landry Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday
Ferriday, Concordia Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
St James Behavioral Health Hospital
Gonzales, Ascension Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital
Hammond, Tangipahoa Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Universal Behavioral Health Hospital
Hammond, Tangipahoa Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Compass Behavioral Center of Houma
Houma, Terrebonne Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Physicians Medical Center
Houma, Terrebonne Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Compass Senior Care Hospital
Jennings, Jeffrson Davis Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Greater New Orleans
Kenner, Jefferson Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of New Orleans
Kenner, Jefferson Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Kentwood
Kentwood, Tangipahoa Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Beacon Behavioral Hospital - Northshore
Lacombe, St. Tammany Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Compass Behavioral Center of Lafayette
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Park Place Surgical Hospital
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Vermilion Behavioral Health Systems
Lafayette, Lafayette Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Lake Charles
Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Stonebridge Behavioral Hospital
Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
River Place Behavioral Health
Laplace, St. John Baptist Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Mercy Behavioral Hospital
Lecompte, Rapides Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Byrd Regional Hospital
Leesville, Vernon Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Leesville
Leesville, Vernon Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Beacon Behavioral Hospital
Lutcher, St. James Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Sabine Medical Center
Many, Sabine Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Avoyelles Hospital
Marksville, Avoyelles Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Omega Hospital
Metairie, Jefferson Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Minden Medical Center
Minden, Webster Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Monroe
Monroe, Ouachita Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Monroe Surgical Hospital
Monroe, Ouachita Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans
New Orleans, Orleans Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Community Care Hospital
New Orleans, Orleans Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
River Oaks Hospital
New Orleans, Jefferson Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
St Charles Surgical Hospital
New Orleans, Orleans Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
West Carroll Memorial Hospital
Oak Grove, West Carroll Parish · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oakdale Community Hospital
Oakdale, Allen Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Opelousas
Opelousas, St. Landry Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Northern Louisiana Medical Center
Ruston, Lincoln Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Serenity Springs Specialty Hospital
Ruston, Lincoln Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Brentwood Hospital
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Louisiana Behavioral Health
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Physicians Behavioral Hospital
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Specialists Hospital Shreveport
Shreveport, Caddo Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital
Slidell, St. Tammany Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Sterling Surgical Hospital
Slidell, St. Tammany Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Mercy Regional Medical Center
Ville Platte, Evangeline Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Glenwood Regional Medical Center
West Monroe, Ouachita Parish · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Winn Parish Medical Center
Winnfield, Winn Parish · 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 (2026-11-09). 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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