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97 Washington hospitals, by town.
Nonprofit and government hospitals
Grays Harbor Community Hospital
Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Harbor Regional 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 family income equal to or below two hundred percent (200%) of the federal poverty standard, adjusted for family size, shall, pursuant to WAC 246-453- 040(1) and SHB1616, be determined to be indigent persons qualifying for charity sponsorship for the full amount of hospital charges”
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- 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 with family income between three hundred-one and three hundred-fifty percent (251% - 300%) of the federal poverty standard, adjusted for family size, shall, pursuant to WAC 246-453-040(2) and SHB1616, be determined to be indigent persons qualifying for partial charity sponsorship”
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- Timing
- No deadline stated; apply any time
The policy says
“Any patient may apply to receive financial assistance/charity care by submitting an application and providing supporting documentation.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Island Hospital
Anacortes, Skagit County · 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
“The full amount of Hospital’s charges will be determined to be financial assistance for a patient with gross family income at or below 200% of the current federal poverty level.”
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
“50% of Hospital’s charges will be determined to be financial assistance for a patient with gross family income between 251% and 300% of the current federal poverty level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- No deadline stated; can be determined at any time
The policy says
“Designations of financial assistance, while generally determined at time of admission, may occur at any time upon learning of facts that would indicate eligibility.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Cascade Valley Hospital
Arlington, Snohomish County · Government, general acute care · Skagit Regional 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
“An eligible applicant found to have an adjusted family income equal to or less than 200% of the then current federal poverty level will be granted Financial Assistance equal to the full amount of hospital charges for appropriate hospital-based medical services.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 500% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $165,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The following Financial Assistance Discount Table shall be used to determine the patient responsibility amount for patients with income levels 201% up to 500% of the current federal poverty level.”
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- Timing
- Apply within two years of the services
The policy says
“or at the time of application for Financial Assistance if the application is made within two years of the time of the appropriate hospital -based services were provided, the applicant has been making good faith efforts towards payment for the services rendered, and the applicant demonstrates eligibility for Financial Assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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MultiCare Auburn Medical Center
Auburn, King County · 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.
Overlake Medical Center & Clinics
Bellevue, King County · Nonprofit, general acute care · MultiCare
- 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
“All patients and their guarantors whose income is not more than 300 percent of the federal poverty level, adjusted for family size, shall be deemed charity care patients for the full amount of the patient responsibility portion of their hospital charges, Overlake will not consider assets as part of the income when determining eligibility.”
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
“All patients and their guarantors whose income is between 351 and 400 percent of the federal poverty level, adjusted for family size, shall be entitled to a 75 percent discount for the full amount of the patient responsibility portion of their hospital charges.”
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- Timing
- Any time from pre-admission
The policy says
“OMC and OC will allow a patient to apply for Charity Care/Financial Assistance at any point from pre-admission recognizing that a patient's ability to pay over an extended period may be substantially altered due to illness or financial hardship, resulting in the need for charity services.”
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PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center
Bellingham, Whatcom County · Nonprofit, general acute care · PeaceHealth
- Timing
- any time
The policy says
“Guarantors may apply for Financial Assistance at any time.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Three Rivers Hospital
Brewster, Okanogan County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with family incomes at or below: 200% of the Federal Poverty Levels: 100% discount.”
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
“Patients with family incomes between 251% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Levels: 50% discount.”
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- Timing
- any time
The policy says
“The hospital will allow a patient to apply for FA/CC at any time post patient discharge date”
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St. Anne Hospital
Burien, King County · 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.
Providence Centralia Hospital
Centralia, Lewis County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Providence.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Lake Chelan Community Hospital
Chelan, Chelan County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“If gross family income is at or below 200% of the current federal poverty guidelines (consistent with WAC code 246-453-050, these patients shall receive a 100% adjustment on their patient balance.”
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- 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 fee scale shall be used to determine the amount that shall be discounted for patients with incomes greater than 200% and less than or equal to 300% of the current federal poverty level.”
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Providence St. Joseph's Hospital
Chewelah, Stevens County · Nonprofit, critical access · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Providence.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Tri-State Memorial Hospital
Clarkston, Asotin County · Nonprofit, 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.
Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics
Colfax, Whitman County · Government, 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
“The full amount of hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for any patient whose gross family income is at or below 100% of the current federal poverty guidelines (consistent with WAC 246-453).”
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
“The following sliding fee schedule shall be used to determine the amount to be written off for patients with incomes between 100% and 300% of the current federal poverty level.”
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- Timing
- Any time from pre-admission to final payment of the bill
The policy says
“WHMC will allow a patient to apply for financial assistance at any point from pre- admission to final payment of bill”
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Providence Mount Carmel Hospital
Colville, Stevens County · Nonprofit, critical access · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Providence.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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WhidbeyHealth Medical Center
Coupeville, Island County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“100% discount for income up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Assets will not be reviewed when a person is at 200% of the FPL.”
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- Discounts
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- Any time until a court judgment
The policy says
“Charity care status may be designated at any time up until the point a court has entered a judgment against a patient.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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MultiCare Covington Medical Center
Covington, King County · 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.
Lincoln Hospital
Davenport, Lincoln County · Government, critical access
- 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
“The full amount of The District’s charges will be determined to be Charity Care for a patient where their gross family income is at or below 125% of the current federal poverty level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- 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 gross income between 176%-200% of the Federal Poverty guidelines are eligible for 25% discount.”
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Dayton General Hospital
Dayton, Columbia County · Government, critical access · Columbia County Health System
- 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
“The full amount of hospital charges will be determined to be Charity Care for a patient whose gross family income is at or below 100 percent of the current federal poverty level (consistent with WAC-246-453).”
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
“% of FPL up to 100% 101%-150% 151%-200% 201%-300% Discount 100% 75% 50% 25%”
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Swedish Edmonds Campus
Edmonds, Snohomish County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to SHS.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Kittitas Valley Healthcare
Ellensburg, Kittitas County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“At or below 200 percent of the current federal poverty level, shall be adjusted in full”
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
“Between 251 and 300 percent of the federal poverty level, shall be adjusted at 50 percent discount of the patient responsibility”
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- Timing
- any time
The policy says
“KVH will allow a patient to apply for financial assistance at any time.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Summit Pacific Medical Center
Elma, Grays Harbor County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The full amount of patient or guarantor responsibility for charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is at or below 200% of the current federal poverty level, adjusted for family size (consistent with WAC code 246-453-050).”
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
“50% of patient or guarantor responsibility for charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is between 251% and 300% of the current federal poverty level, adjusted for family size.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- No application deadline stated; approval valid 180 days and retroactive
The policy says
“Eligibility on a completed and approved application is valid for eligible services received within the subsequent (180) days from application approval date and will be retroactive for eligible services for all dates of service that the Charity Care is being granted.”
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St. Elizabeth Hospital
Enumclaw, King County · Nonprofit, 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.
Columbia Basin Hospital
Ephrata, Grant County · Government, 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
“Eligible persons with income below 100% of the poverty income guidelines will have their balance written off with no obligation to pay.”
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.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Combined gross income cannot exceed 300% of the poverty guideline for uninsured persons and 200% for insured persons.”
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- Timing
- Two years from the time of services
The policy says
“the application is received within two years of the time of services rendered.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Providence Regional Medical Center Everett
Everett, Snohomish County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Providence.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
St. Francis Hospital
Federal Way, King County · 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.
Forks Community Hospital
Forks, Clallam County · Government, critical access
PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center
Friday Harbor, San Juan County · Nonprofit, critical access · PeaceHealth
- Timing
- any time
The policy says
“Guarantors may apply for Financial Assistance at any time.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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St. Anthony Hospital
Gig Harbor, Pierce County · 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.
Klickitat Valley Hospital
Goldendale, Klickitat County · Government, critical access · Klickitat Valley 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
“The full amount of patient or guarantor responsibility for hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is at or below 200% of the current federal poverty level, adjusted for family size.”
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
“Fifty percent of uncovered hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is between 251% and 300% of the current federal poverty level, adjusted for family size.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Coulee Medical Center
Grand Coulee, Grant County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The full amount of patient or guarantor responsibility for hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor who income is at or below 200% of the current federal poverty level.”
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
“Fifty percent of patient or guarantor responsibility for hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is between 251%-300% of the current federal poverty level.”
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- Timing
- Two years from the time services were provided
The policy says
“if the application is made within two years of the time the medical services were provided”
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Ocean Beach Hospital
Ilwaco, Pacific County · Government, critical access · Ocean Beach 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
“A. For services provided, the full amount of District hospital and/or clinic charges will be determined to be Financial Assistance for a patient whose gross family income is at or below 200% of the current federal poverty guidelines (consistent with WAC code 246-453-050).”
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
“B. For services provided, a sliding fee scale shall be used to determine the amount which shall be written off for patients with incomes between 201% and 300% of the current federal poverty level.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- No deadline stated; approval valid 180 days
The policy says
“Eligibility on a completed and approved application is valid for eligible services received within the subsequent (180) days from application approval date”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Swedish Issaquah Campus
Issaquah, King County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to SHS.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Trios Health
Kennewick, Benton County · Government, general acute care
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Responsible Parties that fall within 0-250% of the FPL are eligible for a 100% discount.”
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
“Responsible Parties that fall within 251%-400% of the FPL are eligible for a 60% charity discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- Two years: income is measured at the time of application if the application is made within two years of the service (sentence continues past a page break).
The policy says
“the application is made within two years of the time the appropriate”
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EvergreenHealth Medical Center
Kirkland, King County · 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.
St. Clare Hospital
Lakewood, Pierce County · 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.
Cascade Medical
Leavenworth, Chelan County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with family incomes at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Levels: 100% discount.”
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
“Patients with family incomes between 251% and 300% of FPLs: 50% discount from the AGB percentage.”
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- Timing
- Applications are accepted at any point from preadmission through settlement of the final bill.
The policy says
“Patients are encouraged to apply prior to receiving services at CM, but applications will be accepted at any point from preadmission through settlement of the final bill.”
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PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center
Longview, Cowlitz County · Nonprofit, general acute care · PeaceHealth
- Timing
- any time
The policy says
“Guarantors may apply for Financial Assistance at any time.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Eastern State Hospital
Medical Lake, Spokane County · 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.
EvergreenHealth Monroe
Monroe, Snohomish County · 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.
Arbor Health Morton Hospital
Morton, Lewis County · 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.
Skagit Valley Hospital
Mount Vernon, Skagit County · Government, general acute care · Skagit Regional 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
“An eligible applicant found to have an adjusted family income equal to or less than 200% of the then current federal poverty level will be granted Financial Assistance equal to the full amount of hospital charges for appropriate hospital-based medical services.”
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- Discounts
- Up to 500% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $165,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The following Financial Assistance Discount Table shall be used to determine the patient responsibility amount for patients with income levels 201% up to 500% of the current federal poverty level.”
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- Timing
- Apply within two years of the services
The policy says
“or at the time of application for Financial Assistance if the application is made within two years of the time of the appropriate hospital -based services were provided, the applicant has been making good faith efforts towards payment for the services rendered, and the applicant demonstrates eligibility for Financial Assistance.”
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Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Newport Hospital & Health Services
Newport, Pend Oreille County · 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.
Odessa Memorial Health Center
Odessa, Lincoln County · 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.
MultiCare Capital Medical Center
Olympia, Thurston County · Nonprofit, general acute care · MultiCare
- 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
“100% Financial Assistance - Income levels at or below 300% of the (FPL)”
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
“Sliding Scale Financial Assistance - Income levels between 300.5% and 400% of the FPL.”
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- Timing
- Apply within two years of the services
The policy says
“Income at the time of application for Financial Assistance will be considered if the application is made within two years of the time the services were provided and the Responsible Party has been making good faith efforts towards payment for the services”
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Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
St. Peter Hospital
Olympia, Thurston County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Providence.”
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Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Mid-Valley Hospital
Omak, Okanogan County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“A patient or his/her guarantor up to 200% FPG shall be deemed Charity Care eligible for the full amount of the patient’s responsibility, and written off at 100%.”
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- Discounts
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The patient or his/her guarantor from 251% to 300% FPG will have a 50% discount for the full amount of the patient’s responsibility.”
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Othello Community Hospital
Othello, Adams County · 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.
Lourdes Medical Center
Pasco, Franklin County · Nonprofit, 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.
Garfield County Memorial Hospital
Pomeroy, Garfield County · 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.
Olympic Medical Center
Port Angeles, Clallam County · 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.
Jefferson Healthcare
Port Townsend, Jefferson County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients whose gross family income is at or below 200 percent of the current federal poverty level are eligible to have their full charges written off.”
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 gross family income falls between 201 percent and 400 percent of the current federal poverty level are eligible for a reduction in their charges, based on a sliding fee schedule.”
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- Timing
- Any time, from pre-admission to final payment
The policy says
“Patients may apply for charity care at any point, from pre-admission to final payment of the bill.”
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Prosser Memorial Health
Prosser, Benton County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Responsible parties with family income between 0% and 200% of the FPL, adjusted for family size, shall be determined to be indigent persons qualifying for charity sponsorship for the full amount of hospital charges related to appropriate hospital-based medical services that are not covered by private or public third-party sponsorship as referenced in WAC 246-453-040 (1-3).”
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- Discounts
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“For guarantors with income between (adjusted for family size) 200% and 300% of the FPL, the Prosser Memorial Health sliding fee scale applies as per Washington State regulation.”
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Pullman Regional Hospital
Pullman, Whitman County · Government, critical access
- Discounts
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“whose family income is between two hundred one percent (201%) and three hundred percent (300%) of the Federal Poverty Standard, adjusted for family size, shall be determined to be indigent persons qualifying for discounts from charges”
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MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital
Puyallup, Pierce County · 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.
Quincy Valley Medical Center
Quincy, Grant County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The full amount of patient or guarantor responsibility for hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is at or below 200% of the current federal poverty level, adjusted for family size.”
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
“Fifty percent of uncovered hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is between 251% and 300% of the current federal poverty level, adjusted for family size.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Valley Medical Center
Renton, King County · Government, 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
“0% - 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) for a 100% financial assistance discount”
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
“351% - 400% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) for a 50% financial assistance discount”
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- Timing
- Any time before a court judgment on the account
The policy says
“A patient may apply for financial assistance at any time prior to the account receiving a court judgement.”
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Ferry County Memorial Hospital
Republic, Ferry County · 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.
Kadlec Regional Medical Center
Richland, Benton County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent, and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FP guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 77% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
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- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at Kadlec's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Kadlec.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Lourdes Counseling Center
Richland, Benton County · Nonprofit, psychiatric
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.
East Adams Rural Healthcare
Ritzville, Adams County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Full Charity Care (100%): Patients ≤200% of Federal Poverty Level (FPL).”
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
“Partial Charity Care (Sliding Scale up to 400% FPL): Discounts based on income bracket (25–75%).”
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- Timing
- any time
The policy says
“Patients may apply for charity care at any time, including before admission or after a change in financial circumstances.”
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Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Cherry Hill Campus
Seattle, King County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to SHS.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
First Hill Campus
Seattle, King County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to SHS.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Harborview Medical Center
Seattle, King County · 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.
Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital
Seattle, King County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Kaiser Permanente
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- At least 240 days from the first billing statement
The policy says
“The patient has been provided at least 240 days from the first billing statement to apply for MFA.”
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Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Navos - Inpatient Services
Seattle, King County · Nonprofit, psychiatric
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.
Seattle Children's
Seattle, King County · Nonprofit, childrens
- Free care
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients may be eligible for full Financial Assistance if the patient or responsible party has a gross family income at or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, as adjusted for family size.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 599% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $197,670 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients may be eligible for Partial Financial Assistance if the patient or responsible party has a gross family income between 401% and 599% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, as adjusted for family size.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- Before, during or after care
The policy says
“Financial Assistance applications can be submitted prior to the provision of services, during the course of care, or after services have been provided.”
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UW Medical Center
Seattle, King County · 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.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Seattle, King County · 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.
PeaceHealth United General Medical Center
Sedro Woolley, Skagit County · Government, critical access · PeaceHealth
- Timing
- any time
The policy says
“Guarantors may apply for Financial Assistance at any time.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics
Shelton, Mason County · 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. Michael Medical Center
Silverdale, Kitsap County · 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.
Snoqualmie Valley Health
Snoqualmie, King County · 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.
Willapa Harbor Hospital
South Bend, Pacific County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The full amount of patient or guarantor responsibility for hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is at or below 200% of the current federal poverty level, adjusted for family size (consistent with WAC code 246-453-050).”
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
“Fifty percent of uncovered hospital charges will be determined to be charity care for a patient or their guarantor whose income is between 251% and 300% of the current federal poverty level, adjusted for family size.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
MultiCare Deaconess Hospital
Spokane, Spokane County · 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.
Providence Holy Family Hospital
Spokane, Spokane County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Providence.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane, Spokane County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Providence.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Shriners Children's Spokane
Spokane, Spokane County · Nonprofit, childrens · Shriners Children's
- Free care
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“The Charity Care program is available to all Patients whose Family Income is less than 400% of the Federal Poverty Levels then in effect.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
MultiCare Valley Hospital
Spokane Valley, Spokane County · 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.
Astria Sunnyside Hospital
Sunnyside, Yakima County · Nonprofit, critical access · Astria 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
“If this total is at or below the 200% level, 100% of the patient responsibility balance on approved accounts will be forgiven.”
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- Timing
- before or after services
The policy says
“The Financial Assistance Application (Attachment C) can be completed before or after services are provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
Tacoma, Pierce County · Nonprofit, childrens
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.
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
Tacoma, Pierce County · 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.
St. Joseph Medical Center
Tacoma, Pierce County · 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.
Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital
Tacoma, Pierce County · Nonprofit, psychiatric
- 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
“INCOME IS UP TO 300% OF FEDERAL POVERTY GUIDELINES: After a financial assessment of the patient’s income has been completed, the patient’s bill will be reduced by 100% if their income level is at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
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
“INCOME IS 301 – 400% OF FEDERAL POVERTY GUIDELINES: After a financial assessment of the patient’s income has been completed, the patient’s bill will be reduced if their income level is between 301% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
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North Valley Hospital
Tonasket, Okanogan County · Government, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- 2 years
The policy says
“The patient must apply for Charity Care / Financial Assistance within two years of the date of service.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Astria Toppenish Hospital
Toppenish, Yakima County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Astria 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
“If this total is at or below the 200% level, 100% of the patient responsibility balance on approved accounts will be forgiven.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- before or after services
The policy says
“The Financial Assistance Application (Attachment C) can be completed before or after services are provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
Vancouver, Clark County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Legacy 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
“Full Financial Assistance will be provided to a patient/guarantor with household income < 300% of Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
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
“A patient/guarantor will be given partial Financial Assistance based on their income level up to 400% of Federal Poverty Guidelines based on the sliding scale schedule below:”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- Apply at any time
The policy says
“Patients may apply for Financial Assistance at any time.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center
Vancouver, Clark County · Nonprofit, general acute care · PeaceHealth
- Timing
- any time
The policy says
“Guarantors may apply for Financial Assistance at any time.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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St. Mary Medical Center
Walla Walla, Walla Walla County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Providence
- 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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is at or below 300% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is determined to be financially indigent and qualifies for financial assistance 100% write-off on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services.”
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
“Annual family income, adjusted for family size, is between 301% and 400% of the current FPL guidelines, The patient is eligible for a discount of 80% from original charges on patient responsibility amounts for Eligible Services, and in no event will be charged in excess of AGB.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge bill for hospital services, 90 days for clinic services; applications may be accepted at any time at the hospital's discretion
The policy says
“The FAP-Eligible Time Period for (i) hospital services is the 240-day period of time; and (ii) clinic services is the 90-day period, in each case that a patient has to submit a Financial Assistance Application to Providence.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Confluence Health
Wenatchee, Chelan County · Nonprofit, general acute care
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“0%-200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline, by 100%.”
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
“251%-300% of the Federal Poverty Guideline, by 50%.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- Two years from the time of service
The policy says
“at the time of the application for charity care if the application is made within two years of the time of service”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Skyline Hospital
White Salmon, Klickitat County · Government, critical access · Skyline 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
“If your household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), you may qualify for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- Apply at any time
The policy says
“You can apply for financial assistance at any time.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Yakima Valley Memorial
Yakima, Yakima County · 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.
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.
BHC Fairfax Hospital
Kirkland, King County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
South Sound Behavioral Hospital
Lacey, Thurston County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital
Marysville, Snohomish County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Samaritan Hospital
Moses Lake, Grant County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Inland Northwest Behavioral Health
Spokane, Spokane County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Rainier Springs
Vancouver, Clark County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Washington law
In Washington, state law asks hospitals to offer at least these levels of help, by household income. Which list applies depends on the hospital’s system, so we show both. It covers: Licensed hospitals, including behavioral health hospitals.
Hospitals in systems with three or more acute hospitals, and some large hospitals
- At or below 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: The patient’s share after insurance is free.
- At or below 350% of the federal poverty guidelines: The patient’s share after insurance is reduced by 75%.
- At or below 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: The patient’s share after insurance is reduced by 50%.
Other hospitals
- At or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: The patient’s share after insurance is free.
- At or below 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: The patient’s share after insurance is reduced by 75%.
- At or below 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: The patient’s share after insurance is reduced by 50%.
- A hospital may reduce the partial discounts for some assets.
Read on October 11, 2026 from Washington RCW 70.170.060 and Washington RCW 70.170.020. A hospital’s own policy may give more. To see where your household falls, use the free charity care check.
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 3 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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