St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) Financial Assistance: Income Limits and How to Apply (2026)

St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) 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 July 2026

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St. Rose Dominican (Dignity 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 200% FPL; discounted care applies up to 400% FPL.

Household size	Free 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 St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) Offers

Free care

100% of the bill at or below 200% FPL. 100% discount at or below 200% FPL (CommonSpirit Finance G-003).

Discounted care

Up to 400% FPL, as a reduced, Medicare-equivalent amount.

Uninsured discount

Uninsured patient discount plus an automatic self-pay discount (% set per CommonSpirit guidelines).

Financial assistance policy · Verified July 2026

How to Apply for St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) Financial Assistance

1
Request an itemized bill
Ask for a fully itemized bill so you can confirm every charge before you apply or pay.
2
Gather your documents
Collect proof of income, proof of household size, government-issued photo id.
3
Submit the St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) application
Application period is the later of 365 days from discharge or 240 days from first bill.
4
Ask for a billing hold
Request a hold on collections activity while your application is reviewed, so the account does not advance.
5
Get the decision in writing
Keep the approval or denial in writing. You generally have about 365 days from your billing date to apply. If you are denied, you can appeal or request an interest-free payment plan.

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 365 days from billing.

Residency: Within the facility service area (waived for urgent/emergent care)..

Citizenship: not required.

Before you pay, know this

Applying for financial assistance does not affect your credit.
Many hospitals grant presumptive eligibility if you already receive Medicaid, SNAP, or similar programs, which can speed approval.
You can often apply even after a bill goes to collections, and assistance is frequently applied retroactively. Do not assume it is too late.
If you are denied, you can appeal or ask for an interest-free payment plan.

Not sure you qualify? You may still be able to save.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) offer financial assistance or charity care?

Yes. St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) 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 reduced, Medicare-equivalent amount). Uninsured patients also receive uninsured patient discount plus an automatic self-pay discount (% set per CommonSpirit guidelines).

What is the income limit for free care at St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health)?

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 St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) financial assistance?

Request an itemized bill, gather your income documents and a photo ID, then submit the hospital's financial assistance application. Application period is the later of 365 days from discharge or 240 days from first bill. You generally have about 365 days from your billing date to apply.

Can insured patients qualify for financial assistance at St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health)?

Yes. The balance left after your insurance pays can still qualify for charity care or a discount if you meet the income limits above. Some states and hospitals also ask insured patients to show high out-of-pocket costs, so confirm the exact rule with St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health).

Does St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) help uninsured patients?

Yes. Uninsured patients can apply for charity care, and St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) also offers uninsured patient discount plus an automatic self-pay discount (% set per CommonSpirit guidelines). Uninsured patients often have the most to gain, since the full charge is on the table.

Can I apply for St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) financial assistance if my bill is already in collections?

You can usually still apply even after a bill goes to collections, and hospitals often apply approved assistance retroactively to recent accounts. Applying can also pause collection activity while the hospital reviews your case, so apply within about 365 days of your billing date.

Will applying for financial assistance affect my credit?

No. Applying for hospital financial assistance is not a credit check and does not affect your credit score. Getting a bill reduced or covered actually helps you avoid the collections and credit damage that come from an unpaid balance.

Does St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) require US citizenship or residency?

No. St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) does not require US citizenship, and immigration status does not bar eligibility. Residency note: Within the facility service area (waived for urgent/emergent care).

Can CareRoute help with a St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health) bill?

Yes. CareRoute Bill Defense looks at every way to lower your bill, not just charity care: billing errors, insurance underpayments and denied claims, financial assistance, and direct negotiation. You pay nothing upfront and only a fraction of what we save you (capped at $1,000), with no fee at all if we cannot reduce your bill.

Sources and verification. Last verified July 2026, based on St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health)'s published financial assistance policy (official policy). How we research these guides.

Eligibility details may change. This page is informational and not financial or legal advice. Confirm current terms with St. Rose Dominican (Dignity Health)'s financial assistance office before applying.