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Tampa General Hospital Financial Assistance: Income Limits and How to Apply (2026)

Tampa General Hospital offers 100% free care to patients with household income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (about $99,000 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

Tampa General Hospital 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 300% FPL; discounted care applies up to 400% FPL.

Household sizeFree care if income is at or below (300% FPL)Discounted care up to (400% FPL)
1 person$47,880$63,840
2 people$64,920$86,560
3 people$81,960$109,280
4 people$99,000$132,000
5 people$116,040$154,720
6 people$133,080$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 Tampa General Hospital Offers

Free care

100% of the bill at or below 300% FPL. 100% reduction at or below 300% FPL; 300-400% FPL reduced to a Medicare-equivalent amount.

Discounted care

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

Hardship / catastrophic

Non-elective charges exceeding 25% of annual household income reduced 100%.

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: Elective procedures limited to Hillsborough County residents; emergency/medically-necessary care for all..
Citizenship: not required (immigration status does not bar eligibility).
How to apply: Apply via Form H-40 or (813) 844-8084. Approved assistance applies retroactively up to one year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Tampa General Hospital offer financial assistance or charity care?
Yes. Tampa General Hospital provides 100% free care to patients with household income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level, plus discounted care up to 400% FPL (a reduced, Medicare-equivalent amount).
What is the income limit for free care at Tampa General Hospital?
Free care is available at or below 300% FPL. For a family of four in 2026 that is about $99,000 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 Tampa General Hospital financial assistance?
Gather your income documents and a photo ID, then submit the hospital's financial assistance application. Apply via Form H-40 or (813) 844-8084. Approved assistance applies retroactively up to one year. Ask the billing or financial counseling office about the deadline to apply.
What if my bill is unaffordable even above the income limit?
Tampa General Hospital has a hardship provision. Non-elective charges exceeding 25% of annual household income reduced 100%.
Can CareRoute help with a Tampa General Hospital 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 Tampa General Hospital's published financial assistance policy and may change. This page is informational and not financial or legal advice. Confirm current terms with Tampa General Hospital's financial assistance office before applying.