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Moffitt Cancer Center Financial Assistance: Income Limits and How to Apply (2026)

Moffitt Cancer Center 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) and discounted care up to 400% FPL. Here is who qualifies, what you need, and how to apply.

Updated June 2026

Moffitt Cancer Center 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; discounted care applies up to 400% FPL.

Household sizeFree care if income is at or below (200% FPL)Discounted care up to (400% FPL)
1 person$31,920$63,840
2 people$43,280$86,560
3 people$54,640$109,280
4 people$66,000$132,000
5 people$77,360$154,720
6 people$88,720$177,440

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

What Moffitt Cancer Center Offers

Free care

100% of the bill at or below 200% FPL. 100% assistance at or below 200% FPL; 65% flat discount at 201-400% FPL.

Discounted care

Up to 400% FPL, as a flat percentage discount.

Hardship / catastrophic

Medically indigent: bills exceeding 25% of gross annual income and assets get 100% assistance.

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: Florida residents only..
Citizenship: not required (immigration status does not bar eligibility).
How to apply: Apply at 1-800-456-3434 ext. 8422. Cancer-center exclusions apply (e.g., transplant/cellular-therapy work-up).

Don't want to handle the application yourself?

CareRoute Bill Defense applies for financial assistance at Moffitt Cancer Center 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 Moffitt Cancer Center offer financial assistance or charity care?
Yes. Moffitt Cancer Center provides 100% free care to patients with household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, plus discounted care up to 400% FPL (a flat percentage discount).
What is the income limit for free care at Moffitt Cancer Center?
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. Income above that may still qualify for discounted care up to 400% FPL.
How do I apply for Moffitt Cancer Center financial assistance?
Gather your income documents and a photo ID, then submit the hospital's financial assistance application. Apply at 1-800-456-3434 ext. 8422. Cancer-center exclusions apply (e.g., transplant/cellular-therapy work-up). Ask the billing or financial counseling office about the deadline to apply.
What if my bill is unaffordable even above the income limit?
Moffitt Cancer Center has a hardship provision. Medically indigent: bills exceeding 25% of gross annual income and assets get 100% assistance.
Can CareRoute help with a Moffitt Cancer Center 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 Moffitt Cancer Center's published financial assistance policy and may change. This page is informational and not financial or legal advice. Confirm current terms with Moffitt Cancer Center's financial assistance office before applying.