HCA Healthcare Charity Care: How to Apply for Financial Assistance

HCA Healthcare operates over 180 hospitals across the United States. As a for-profit system, HCA is not subject to IRS 501(r) requirements, but the company maintains an Ethically Responsible Billing policy that provides financial assistance to qualifying patients. Patients with household income below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level may qualify for a full write-off of charges.

To apply, contact HCA's Patient Financial Services department at 1-800-422-4372. You will need to submit a Financial Assistance Application along with proof of income, recent tax returns, and bank statements. Applications must be submitted within 240 days of the first billing statement after discharge.

Even if you do not qualify for full charity care, HCA offers discounts for uninsured patients earning up to 400% of the Federal Poverty Level. Ask about their self-pay discount and prompt-pay discount, which can reduce your bill by 20-40% regardless of income level.

If you are struggling with an HCA hospital bill, do not wait. Start by requesting an itemized bill with CPT codes so you can verify that your charges are accurate. Then apply for financial assistance while simultaneously negotiating the remaining balance. BillDelete generates customized documents for each of these steps.