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137 Wisconsin hospitals, by town.
Nonprofit and government hospitals
Amery Hospital & Clinic
Amery, Polk County · Nonprofit, critical access · HealthPartners
- 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 the patient is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, they will receive a full discount (100%).”
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.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Aspirus Langlade Hospital
Antigo, Langlade 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.
Ascension NE Wisconsin St. Elizabeth Hospital
Appleton, Outagamie County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ascension
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with income less than or equal to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level income (“FPL”), will be eligible for 100% charity care”
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 with incomes above 250% of the FPL but not exceeding 400% of the FPL, will receive a sliding scale discount”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first discharge bill
The policy says
“submits a financial assistance application (an “Application”) on or prior to the 240th day after the Patient’s first discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton
Appleton, Outagamie County · Nonprofit, general acute care · ThedaCare
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free care: Income is at or below 200% FPL, 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
“Income is above 300% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL = 67% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 15 days to return application mailed by ThedaCare, extendable
The policy says
“The completed application along with all required financial documentation will be sent back to ThedaCare by the Applicant within fifteen (15) days from the date the application was mailed out to the Applicant by ThedaCare.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center
Ashland, Ashland 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.
Western Wisconsin Health
Baldwin, St. Croix County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“0%–200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines: 100% discount on eligible balances.”
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
“200%–300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines: 50% discount on eligible balances.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Baraboo
Baraboo, Sauk County · Nonprofit, general acute care · SSM Health
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- Until the 240th day after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Mayo Clinic Health System-Northland
Barron, Barron County · Nonprofit, critical access · Mayo Clinic
- 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% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of equal to or less than 200% 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
“50% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge bill, or 30 days after written notice of extraordinary collection actions, whichever is later
The policy says
“Application Period: Begins on the date medical care is provided and ends 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement or 30 days after the hospital or authorized third party provides written notice of extraordinary collection actions the hospital plans to initiate, whichever is later.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Marshfield Medical Center-Beaver Dam
Beaver Dam, Dodge 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.
Beloit Health System
Beloit, Rock County · Nonprofit, general acute care
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured patients whose family income is at or below 200% of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines will receive a 100% discount for emergency and other medically necessary care to preserve life or limb, as shown on Attachment 1.”
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.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured patients whose family income is greater than 200% but less than 400% of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines will receive a discount for emergency and other medically necessary care to preserve life or limb, as shown on Attachment 1.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The application period begins the day that care is provided and ends no later than 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement to the patient.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
ThedaCare Medical Center-Berlin
Berlin, Green Lake County · Nonprofit, critical access · ThedaCare
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free care: Income is at or below 200% FPL, 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
“Income is above 300% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL = 67% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 15 days to return application mailed by ThedaCare, extendable
The policy says
“The completed application along with all required financial documentation will be sent back to ThedaCare by the Applicant within fifteen (15) days from the date the application was mailed out to the Applicant by ThedaCare.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Black River Memorial Hospital
Black River Falls, Jackson 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.
Mayo Clinic Health System Chippewa Valley
Bloomer, Chippewa County · Nonprofit, critical access · Mayo Clinic
- 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% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of equal to or less than 200% 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
“50% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge bill, or 30 days after written notice of extraordinary collection actions, whichever is later
The policy says
“Application Period: Begins on the date medical care is provided and ends 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement or 30 days after the hospital or authorized third party provides written notice of extraordinary collection actions the hospital plans to initiate, whichever is later.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital and Clinics
Boscobel, Grant 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.
Aurora Medical Center Burlington
Burlington, Racine County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ascension Calumet Hospital
Chilton, Calumet County · Nonprofit, critical access · Ascension
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with income less than or equal to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level income (“FPL”), will be eligible for 100% charity care”
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 with incomes above 250% of the FPL but not exceeding 400% of the FPL, will receive a sliding scale discount”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first discharge bill
The policy says
“submits a financial assistance application (an “Application”) on or prior to the 240th day after the Patient’s first discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Columbus Community Hospital
Columbus, Columbia 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.
Cumberland Memorial Hospital
Cumberland, Barron County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“100% Financial Assistance (write-off) for an income level that is less than or equal to 200% 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
“50% Financial Assistance (write-off) for an income level that is above 300% and less than or equal to 400% of the Federal Poverty Level”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first billing statement
The policy says
“Cumberland Healthcare will accept and consider financial assistance applications submitted at any time up until the date that is 240 days after the date of the first billing statement issued to the guarantor for the services at issue.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Lafayette Hospital + Clinics
Darlington, Lafayette County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 100% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $33,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Uninsured and under-insured patients with verifiable personal income that is at or below 200% of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines will be eligible for a Patient Financial Assistance Program discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Upland Hills Health
Dodgeville, Iowa 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.
Chippewa Valley Hospital
Durand, Pepin 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.
Aspirus Eagle River Hospital
Eagle River, Vilas 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.
Marshfield Medical Center-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, Eau Claire 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.
Mayo Clinic Health System Eau Claire Hospital
Eau Claire, Eau Claire County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Mayo Clinic
- 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% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of equal to or less than 200% 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
“50% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge bill, or 30 days after written notice of extraordinary collection actions, whichever is later
The policy says
“Application Period: Begins on the date medical care is provided and ends 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement or 30 days after the hospital or authorized third party provides written notice of extraordinary collection actions the hospital plans to initiate, whichever is later.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Edgerton Hospital and Health Services
Edgerton, Rock County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Timing
- 240 days from the date of discharge or service
The policy says
“Patients may submit a Financial Assistance Application up to 240 days from the date of discharge or service.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Aurora Lakeland Medical Center
Elkhorn, Walworth County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Fond Du Lac County Acute Psych Unit
Fond Du Lac, Fond Du Lac County · Government, 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.
SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital
Fond Du Lac, Fond Du Lac County · Nonprofit, general acute care · SSM Health
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- Until the 240th day after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Fort Memorial Hospital
Fort Atkinson, Jefferson County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Fort HealthCare
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Persons whose income is at or up to 200% of the guidelines will be considered for complete forgiveness of their outstanding bill.”
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
“Persons whose income is greater than 200% of the guidelines, but not more than 400% of the guidelines, shall be eligible for Community Care on a reduced basis.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- Balances older than 240 days from date of service that went to collections are not eligible
The policy says
“Patient balances older than 240 days from date of service which have been sent to collections are not eligible for FAP.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Gundersen Moundview Hospital and Clinics
Friendship, Adams 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.
Aurora Medical Center Grafton
Grafton, Ozaukee County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Burnett Medical Center
Grantsburg, Burnett County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Discounts
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Whose gross income is 201% - 250% FPL will receive a 50% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“All applicants must complete the Community Care application (Attachment E) and provide requested documents when applying for assistance within 240 days of the first post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Bellin Memorial Hospital
Green Bay, Brown 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.
Brown County Community Treatment Center
Green Bay, Brown 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.
HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center
Green Bay, Brown County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters 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
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive 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
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 400% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summaryApplication
HSHS St. Vincent Hospital
Green Bay, Brown County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters 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
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive 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
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 400% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summaryApplication
Aurora Medical Center Washington County
Hartford, Washington County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center
Hayward, Sawyer 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.
Gundersen St Josephs Hospital and Clinics
Hillsboro, Vernon 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.
Hudson Hospital & Clinic
Hudson, St. Croix County · Nonprofit, critical access · HealthPartners
- 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 the patient is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, they will receive a full discount (100%).”
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.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Mercyhealth Hospital and Medical Center Janesville
Janesville, Rock 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.
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Janesville
Janesville, Rock County · Nonprofit, general acute care · SSM Health
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- Until the 240th day after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Aurora Medical Center Kenosha
Kenosha, Kenosha County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Froedtert South
Kenosha, Kenosha 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.
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
La Crosse, La Crosse 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.
Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center
La Crosse, La Crosse County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Mayo Clinic
- 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% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of equal to or less than 200% 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
“50% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge bill, or 30 days after written notice of extraordinary collection actions, whichever is later
The policy says
“Application Period: Begins on the date medical care is provided and ends 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement or 30 days after the hospital or authorized third party provides written notice of extraordinary collection actions the hospital plans to initiate, whichever is later.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith
Ladysmith, Rusk 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.
Mercyhealth Hospital and Medical Center Walworth
Lake Geneva, Walworth 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.
Grant Regional Health Center
Lancaster, Grant 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.
Mendota Mental Health Institute
Madison, Dane 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.
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Madison, Dane County · Nonprofit, general acute care · SSM Health
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- Until the 240th day after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
UnityPoint Health - Meriter
Madison, Dane County · Nonprofit, general acute care · UnityPoint Health
- Free care
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“If you and/or your family’s combined income is at or below 300% of the FPG, you may not have to pay for the care you receive at UPH – Meriter.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“If you fall between 300% and 600%, you may get a discount for your care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the date of discharge or services
The policy says
“Patients may submit a Financial Assistance Application up to 240 days from the date of discharge or services.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pageApplication
UW Health
Madison, Dane County · Government, general acute care · UW Health
- Free care
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“If you and/or your family’s combined income is at or below 300% of the FPG, you may not have to pay for the care you receive at UW Health.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 600% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $198,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“If you fall between 300% and 600%, you may get a discount for your care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the date of discharge or service
The policy says
“Patients may submit a Financial Assistance Application up to 240 days from the date of discharge or service.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Holy Family Memorial
Manitowoc, Manitowoc 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.
Aurora Medical Center Bay Area
Marinette, Marinette County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Marshfield Medical Center-Marshfield
Marshfield, Wood County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Sanford Health
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free care is available for patients with income at or below 200% 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.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Discounted care is available for uninsured and underinsured patients with income at or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- Through the 240th day after the first billing statement
The policy says
“The patient may apply for financial assistance consideration beginning anytime up to 90 days pre-service and extending through the 240th day after the first billing statement is sent to the patient or guarantor.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Norwood Health Center
Marshfield, Wood 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.
Aspirus Medford Hospital
Medford, Taylor 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.
Community Memorial Hospital
Menomonee Falls, Waukesha 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.
Mayo Clinic Health System-Red Cedar
Menomonie, Dunn County · Nonprofit, critical access · Mayo Clinic
- 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% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of equal to or less than 200% 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
“50% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge bill, or 30 days after written notice of extraordinary collection actions, whichever is later
The policy says
“Application Period: Begins on the date medical care is provided and ends 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement or 30 days after the hospital or authorized third party provides written notice of extraordinary collection actions the hospital plans to initiate, whichever is later.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Aspirus Merrill Hospital
Merrill, Lincoln 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.
Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Milwaukee County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ascension
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with income less than or equal to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level income (“FPL”), will be eligible for 100% charity care”
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 with incomes above 250% of the FPL but not exceeding 400% of the FPL, will receive a sliding scale discount”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first discharge bill
The policy says
“submits a financial assistance application (an “Application”) on or prior to the 240th day after the Patient’s first discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - St. Joseph Campus
Milwaukee, Milwaukee County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ascension
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with income less than or equal to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level income (“FPL”), will be eligible for 100% charity care”
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 with incomes above 250% of the FPL but not exceeding 400% of the FPL, will receive a sliding scale discount”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first discharge bill
The policy says
“submits a financial assistance application (an “Application”) on or prior to the 240th day after the Patient’s first discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Ascension St. Francis Hospital
Milwaukee, Milwaukee County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ascension
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with income less than or equal to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level income (“FPL”), will be eligible for 100% charity care”
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 with incomes above 250% of the FPL but not exceeding 400% of the FPL, will receive a sliding scale discount”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first discharge bill
The policy says
“submits a financial assistance application (an “Application”) on or prior to the 240th day after the Patient’s first discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
Milwaukee, Milwaukee County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Children's Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Milwaukee County · Nonprofit, childrens · Children's Wisconsin
- Free care
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first billing statement
The policy says
“Children’s will accept and consider financial assistance applications submitted at any time up until the date that is 240 days after the date of the first billing statement issued by Children’s the guarantor for the services at issue.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital
Milwaukee, Milwaukee 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.
Mental Health Emergency Center
Milwaukee, Milwaukee 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.
Marshfield Medical Center-Minocqua
Minocqua, Oneida 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.
SSM Health Monroe Hospital
Monroe, Green County · Nonprofit, general acute care · SSM Health
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“patients with income below 200% of the FPL, as these patients are considered eligible for 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.
- Timing
- Until the 240th day after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It begins on or before the first day care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Children's Wisconsin Fox Valley Hospital
Neenah, Winnebago County · Nonprofit, childrens · Children's Wisconsin
- Free care
- Up to 300% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $99,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first billing statement
The policy says
“Children’s will accept and consider financial assistance applications submitted at any time up until the date that is 240 days after the date of the first billing statement issued by Children’s the guarantor for the services at issue.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah
Neenah, Winnebago County · Nonprofit, general acute care · ThedaCare
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free care: Income is at or below 200% FPL, 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
“Income is above 300% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL = 67% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 15 days to return application mailed by ThedaCare, extendable
The policy says
“The completed application along with all required financial documentation will be sent back to ThedaCare by the Applicant within fifteen (15) days from the date the application was mailed out to the Applicant by ThedaCare.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Marshfield Medical Center-Neillsville
Neillsville, Clark 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.
Froedtert Community Hospital
New Berlin, Waukesha 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.
ThedaCare Medical Center-New London
New London, Waupaca County · Nonprofit, critical access · ThedaCare
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free care: Income is at or below 200% FPL, 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
“Income is above 300% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL = 67% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 15 days to return application mailed by ThedaCare, extendable
The policy says
“The completed application along with all required financial documentation will be sent back to ThedaCare by the Applicant within fifteen (15) days from the date the application was mailed out to the Applicant by ThedaCare.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Westfields Hospital & Clinic
New Richmond, St. Croix County · Nonprofit, critical access · HealthPartners
- 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 the patient is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, they will receive a full discount (100%).”
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.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital
Oconomowoc, Waukesha 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.
Rogers Behavioral Health
Oconomowoc, Waukesha County · Nonprofit, psychiatric
- 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
- 240 days from first patient statement
The policy says
“Applications must be received within 240 days of the first patient statement and may need to be renewed for each admission or every 240 days.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Bellin Health Oconto Hospital
Oconto, Oconto 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.
HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital
Oconto Falls, Oconto County · Nonprofit, critical access · Hospital Sisters 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
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive 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
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 400% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summaryApplication
Ladd Memorial Hospital
Osceola, Polk 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.
Aurora Medical Center Oshkosh
Oshkosh, Winnebago County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Mayo Clinic Health System Oakridge
Osseo, Trempealeau County · Nonprofit, critical access · Mayo Clinic
- 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% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of equal to or less than 200% 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
“50% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge bill, or 30 days after written notice of extraordinary collection actions, whichever is later
The policy says
“Application Period: Begins on the date medical care is provided and ends 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement or 30 days after the hospital or authorized third party provides written notice of extraordinary collection actions the hospital plans to initiate, whichever is later.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Marshfield Medical Center-Park Falls
Park Falls, Price 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.
Southwest Health
Platteville, Grant 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.
Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital
Portage, Columbia 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.
Crossing Rivers Health Medical Center
Prairie Du Chien, Crawford 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.
Sauk Prairie Healthcare
Prairie Du Sac, Sauk County · Nonprofit, general acute care
- Free care
- Up to 100% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $33,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- 60 days after the date of service
The policy says
“However, SPH will accept an application up to 60 days after the patient’s date of service.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Ascension All Saints Hospital
Racine, Racine County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Ascension
- Free care
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients with income less than or equal to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level income (“FPL”), will be eligible for 100% charity care”
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 with incomes above 250% of the FPL but not exceeding 400% of the FPL, will receive a sliding scale discount”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first discharge bill
The policy says
“submits a financial assistance application (an “Application”) on or prior to the 240th day after the Patient’s first discharge bill”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Reedsburg Area Medical Center
Reedsburg, Sauk County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 150% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $49,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $132,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“All patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for Community Care (the “Application Period”).”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
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Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital
Rhinelander, Oneida 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.
Marshfield Medical Center-Rice Lake
Rice Lake, Barron 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.
Richland Hospital
Richland Center, Richland County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 150% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $49,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Patients who can demonstrate an income that is at or below 150% of the federal poverty guideline (“FPG”) are eligible for a 100% discount on any patient balance from The Richland Hospital, Inc.”
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 demonstrating Income that is between 151% and 300% of the FPG are eligible to receive services at the discounted rates identified in the table below.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 3 years from the date of services
The policy says
“Active Account(s) are eligible for a program discount under the Program when a complete application is received within three (3) years from the date of services.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital
Ripon, Fond Du Lac County · Nonprofit, critical access · SSM Health
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“patients with income below 200% of the FPL, as these patients are considered eligible for 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.
- Timing
- Until the 240th day after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It begins on or before the first day care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
River Falls Area Hospital
River Falls, Pierce 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.
St. Croix Health
Saint Croix Falls, Polk County · Nonprofit, 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
“Patients with a gross family income equal to or above 250% of the FPL, but not more than 300% of the FPL will receive partial financial assistance based on the Financial Assistance Table.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
ThedaCare Medical Center-Shawano
Shawano, Shawano County · Nonprofit, critical access · ThedaCare
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free care: Income is at or below 200% FPL, 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
“Income is above 300% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL = 67% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 15 days to return application mailed by ThedaCare, extendable
The policy says
“The completed application along with all required financial documentation will be sent back to ThedaCare by the Applicant within fifteen (15) days from the date the application was mailed out to the Applicant by ThedaCare.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Aurora Medical Center Sheboygan County
Sheboygan, Sheboygan County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital
Sheboygan, Sheboygan County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Hospital Sisters 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
“Below 200% of FPL are eligible to receive 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
“Above 300% of FPL but equal to or less than 400% are eligible to receive an 80% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge statement
The policy says
“The Application Period begins on the date care is provided and ends on the later of the 240th day after the date the first post-discharge statement for the care is provided or”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyHospital’s financial assistance pagePlain language summaryApplication
Mayo Clinic Hlth Systm Franciscan Hlthcare Sparta
Sparta, Monroe County · Nonprofit, critical access · Mayo Clinic
- 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% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of equal to or less than 200% 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
“50% adjustment of the self-pay balance for applicants with household income and assets of up to 400% of the federal poverty guidelines”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge bill, or 30 days after written notice of extraordinary collection actions, whichever is later
The policy says
“Application Period: Begins on the date medical care is provided and ends 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement or 30 days after the hospital or authorized third party provides written notice of extraordinary collection actions the hospital plans to initiate, whichever is later.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Spooner Health
Spooner, Washburn County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 100% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $33,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Federal Poverty Level of 100% 100% Write Off – Patient will incur no charges.”
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.
- Timing
- 240 days after first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The application must be received within 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement (herein, the “Application Period”).”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Aspirus Stanley Hospital
Stanley, Chippewa 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.
Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
Stevens Point, Portage 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.
Stoughton Health
Stoughton, Dane County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Discounts
- Up to 230% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $75,900 a year for a family of four in 2026.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“Stoughton Health will accept an application anytime within the 240 day application period.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Door County Medical Center
Sturgeon Bay, Door County · Nonprofit, critical access · Hospital Sisters Health System
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.Only for some patients, for example by insurance, residence or savings: the policy’s words below say which.
The policy says
“Patients whose family income and assets is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level determination are eligible to receive free care.”
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 and assets is above 200% but not more than 400% of the FPL are eligible to receive services at a sliding fee scale.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- Generally 240 days from the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“Except as provided below, a patient may submit a Financial Assistance Program application at any time during the Application Period, which is generally 240 days from the date of the first post-discharge bill as defined in Section III.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Aurora Medical Center Summit
Summit, Waukesha County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Essentia Health St Marys Hospital-Superior
Superior, Douglas 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.
Tomah Memorial Hospital
Tomah, Monroe 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.
Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital
Tomahawk, Lincoln 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.
Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County
Two Rivers, Manitowoc County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Vernon Health
Viroqua, Vernon County · Nonprofit, critical access
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Family income equal to or less than 200% FPL are eligible to receive 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
“Family income above 275% FPL but equal to or less than 400% are eligible to receive a 45% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“The enrollment period for a patient to enroll in Vernon Health, Inc.'s FAP is 240 days, starting upon issue of the first post-discharge billing statement.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Watertown Regional Medical Center
Watertown, Dodge County · Nonprofit, general acute care · ScionHealth
- 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
“Generally speaking, patients eligible for discounted charges must have family incomes under 250% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, while patients eligible for free care must have family incomes under 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Discounts
- Up to 250% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $82,500 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Generally speaking, patients eligible for discounted charges must have family incomes under 250% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, while patients eligible for free care must have family incomes under 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days after the first post-discharge billing statement
The policy says
“Financial Assistance Applications will be considered if received at any time during the 240-day period following the first post-discharge billing statement issued by WRMC to the patient for such care.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Waukesha County Mental Health Ctr
Waukesha, Waukesha 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.
Waukesha Memorial Hospital
Waukesha, Waukesha 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.
ThedaCare Medical Center-Waupaca
Waupaca, Waupaca County · Nonprofit, critical access · ThedaCare
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free care: Income is at or below 200% FPL, 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
“Income is above 300% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL = 67% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 15 days to return application mailed by ThedaCare, extendable
The policy says
“The completed application along with all required financial documentation will be sent back to ThedaCare by the Applicant within fifteen (15) days from the date the application was mailed out to the Applicant by ThedaCare.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital
Waupun, Fond Du Lac County · Nonprofit, critical access · SSM Health
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“patients with income below 200% of the FPL, as these patients are considered eligible for 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.
- Timing
- Until the 240th day after the first post-discharge bill
The policy says
“It begins on or before the first day care is provided and ends on the 240th day after the hospital provides the individual with the first post-discharge billing statement for the care provided.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
North Central Health Care
Wausau, Marathon 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.
Aurora Psychiatric Hospital
Wauwatosa, Milwaukee County · Nonprofit, psychiatric · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
Aurora West Allis Medical Center
West Allis, Milwaukee County · Nonprofit, general acute care · Advocate Health
- 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
“Uninsured patients meeting all the above criteria with a household income between 0% and 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) are eligible for 100% financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date
The policy says
“Patients have 240 days from the first post-discharge bill date to apply for financial assistance.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Financial assistance policyPlain language summaryApplication
St Josephs Community Hospital West Bend
West Bend, Washington 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.
Marshfield Medical Center-Weston
Weston, Marathon 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.
Gundersen Tri-County Hospital & Clinics
Whitehall, Trempealeau 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.
ThedaCare Medical Center-Wild Rose
Wild Rose, Waushara County · Nonprofit, critical access · ThedaCare
- Free care
- Up to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines: about $66,000 a year for a family of four in 2026.
The policy says
“Free care: Income is at or below 200% FPL, 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
“Income is above 300% FPL but equal to or less than 400% FPL = 67% discount.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
- Timing
- 15 days to return application mailed by ThedaCare, extendable
The policy says
“The completed application along with all required financial documentation will be sent back to ThedaCare by the Applicant within fifteen (15) days from the date the application was mailed out to the Applicant by ThedaCare.”
Read on this document, 2026-11-09.
Winnebago Mental Health Institute
Winnebago, Winnebago 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.
Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital
Wisconsin Rapids, Wood 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.
Howard Young Medical Center
Woodruff, Vilas 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.
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.
Oakleaf Surgical Hospital
Altoona, Eau Claire County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital
Franklin, Milwaukee County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin
Glendale, Milwaukee County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Aurora Baycare Medical Ctr
Green Bay, Brown County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Willow Creek Behavioral Health
Green Bay, Brown County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Mile Bluff Medical Center
Mauston, Juneau County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Ascension Wisconsin Hosp Menomonee Falls Campus
Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Miramont Behavioral Health
Middleton, Dane County · For-profit, psychiatric
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Indianhead Medical Ctr
Shell Lake, Washburn County · For-profit, critical access
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Aspirus Wausau Hospital
Wausau, Marathon County · For-profit, general acute care
Ask whether it has a financial assistance or charity care policy.
Granite Hills Hospital
West Allis, Milwaukee County · For-profit, psychiatric
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 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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