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Massachusetts General Hospital financial assistance

Boston, MA · Mass General Brigham · 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 size100% off300% FPL65% off400% FPL
1 person$46,950$62,600
2 people$63,450$84,600
3 people$79,950$106,600
4 people$96,450$128,600
5 people$112,950$150,600
6 people$129,450$172,600
  • Deadline: 240 days from the first post-discharge billing statement.
  • Note: Screening for MassHealth and the Health Safety Net happens first.

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  • 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.