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Allina Health Financial Assistance: Income Limits and How to Apply (2026)

Allina Health offers 100% free care to patients with household income at or below 275% of the Federal Poverty Level (about $90,750 a year for a family of four). Here is who qualifies, what you need, and how to apply.

Updated June 2026

Allina Health Income Limits for Free Care

Your eligibility is based on household income as a percentage of the Federal Poverty Level. Free care applies at or below 275% FPL.

Household sizeFree care if income is at or below (275% FPL)
1 person$43,890
2 people$59,510
3 people$75,130
4 people$90,750
5 people$106,370
6 people$121,990

Income figures use 2026 Federal Poverty Level guidelines and are rounded. Actual eligibility depends on the hospital's review of your application.

What Allina Health Offers

Free care

100% of the bill at or below 275% FPL. 100% free care (Allina Partners Care) at or below 275% FPL; $20,000 liquid-asset limit; Allina-billed services only.

Uninsured discount

Automatic uninsured discount for income at or below $125,000, pegged to the most-favored-insurer rate.

Hardship / catastrophic

Case-by-case catastrophic relief; documented bankruptcy auto-treated as charity.

How to Apply

What you will need

  • Proof of income (recent pay stubs, tax return, or benefit award letters)
  • Proof of household size (tax return listing dependents, or similar)
  • Government-issued photo ID
Deadline: about 240 days from your billing date.
Residency: Within the Allina Health service area..
Citizenship: not required (immigration status does not bar eligibility).

Don't want to handle the application yourself?

CareRoute Bill Defense applies for financial assistance at Allina Health on your behalf, negotiates with the hospital, and monitors your account to keep it out of collections. No upfront cost, and no fee unless we reduce your bill.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Allina Health offer financial assistance or charity care?
Yes. Allina Health provides 100% free care to patients with household income at or below 275% of the Federal Poverty Level. Uninsured patients also receive automatic uninsured discount for income at or below $125,000, pegged to the most-favored-insurer rate.
What is the income limit for free care at Allina Health?
Free care is available at or below 275% FPL. For a family of four in 2026 that is about $90,750 per year. See the income table above for other household sizes.
How do I apply for Allina Health financial assistance?
Gather your income documents and a photo ID, then submit the hospital's financial assistance application. You generally have about 240 days from your billing date to apply.
What if my bill is unaffordable even above the income limit?
Allina Health has a hardship provision. Case-by-case catastrophic relief; documented bankruptcy auto-treated as charity.
Can CareRoute help with a Allina Health bill?
Yes. CareRoute Bill Defense applies for financial assistance on your behalf, negotiates with the hospital, and works to keep your account out of collections. There is no upfront cost and no fee unless we reduce your bill.

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Last updated: June 2026. Eligibility details are based on Allina Health's published financial assistance policy and may change. This page is informational and not financial or legal advice. Confirm current terms with Allina Health's financial assistance office before applying.