Denver Health Medical Center financial assistance
Denver, CO · policy reviewed 2026-08
Income limits by household size
Annual household income must be at or below these amounts (48 contiguous states poverty guidelines).
| Household size | 100% off≤ 250% FPL | 70% off≤ 400% FPL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $39,125 | $62,600 |
| 2 people | $52,875 | $84,600 |
| 3 people | $66,625 | $106,600 |
| 4 people | $80,375 | $128,600 |
| 5 people | $94,125 | $150,600 |
| 6 people | $107,875 | $172,600 |
- Deadline: 240 days from the first post-discharge billing statement.
- Note: Colorado HB21-1198 caps monthly payments at 4% of monthly household income.
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What you get back
- Whether you likely qualify under that hospital's 501(r) policy
- The exact income threshold for free care and for a partial discount
- The direct application link, phone number, and filing deadline
- What to say when the billing office calls you
Nonprofit hospitals are legally required to have a written financial assistance policy. Most never mention it unless you ask.