Mayo Clinic — Rochester financial assistance
Rochester, MN · Mayo Clinic · 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≤ 200% FPL | 70% off≤ 400% FPL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $31,300 | $62,600 |
| 2 people | $42,300 | $84,600 |
| 3 people | $53,300 | $106,600 |
| 4 people | $64,300 | $128,600 |
| 5 people | $75,300 | $150,600 |
| 6 people | $86,300 | $172,600 |
- Deadline: 240 days from the first post-discharge billing statement.
- Asset test: Liquid assets above roughly 3x the annual FPL amount may reduce the award.
Check your own numbers
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.