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Baptist Health System (San Antonio) Financial Assistance: Income Limits and How to Apply (2026)

Baptist Health System (San Antonio) offers 100% free care to patients with household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (about $66,000 a year for a family of four). Here is who qualifies, what you need, and how to apply.

Updated June 2026

Baptist Health System (San Antonio) 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 200% FPL.

Household sizeFree care if income is at or below (200% FPL)
1 person$31,920
2 people$43,280
3 people$54,640
4 people$66,000
5 people$77,360
6 people$88,720

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

What Baptist Health System (San Antonio) Offers

Free care

100% of the bill at or below 200% FPL. Charity care for household income below 200% FPL (Tenet "Compact with Uninsured"). Partial/sliding tiers not published.

Uninsured discount

Tenet Uninsured Discount Program (rate similar to commercial payors; % not published).

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: confirm with the financial assistance office.
Residency: no specific residency requirement stated.
Citizenship: not required (immigration status does not bar eligibility).
How to apply: Apply via Eligibility Enrollment Services (800) 374-4637.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Baptist Health System (San Antonio) offer financial assistance or charity care?
Yes. Baptist Health System (San Antonio) provides 100% free care to patients with household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Uninsured patients also receive tenet Uninsured Discount Program (rate similar to commercial payors; % not published).
What is the income limit for free care at Baptist Health System (San Antonio)?
Free care is available at or below 200% FPL. For a family of four in 2026 that is about $66,000 per year. See the income table above for other household sizes.
How do I apply for Baptist Health System (San Antonio) financial assistance?
Gather your income documents and a photo ID, then submit the hospital's financial assistance application. Apply via Eligibility Enrollment Services (800) 374-4637. Ask the billing or financial counseling office about the deadline to apply.
Can CareRoute help with a Baptist Health System (San Antonio) 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 Baptist Health System (San Antonio)'s published financial assistance policy and may change. This page is informational and not financial or legal advice. Confirm current terms with Baptist Health System (San Antonio)'s financial assistance office before applying.