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How to apply for Henry Ford Health Financial Assistance — Henry Ford Jackson Hospital (Jackson County)
Henry Ford Health (Henry Ford Jackson Hospital)
Who it's for
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital (formerly Henry Ford Allegiance Health) offers financial assistance for emergency and medically necessary care. Free care is available to lower-income patients, with sliding-scale discounts for higher incomes. Ask any financial counselor or call 517-205-4800 to apply.
Henry Ford reports that in 2025, households under about 204% of the federal poverty level qualified for free care and households under about 322% qualified for discounted care; thresholds are updated each year. The hospital makes the final determination. Not legal or financial advice.
What you'll need
- Financial assistance application
- Proof of household income
- Proof of Michigan residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 517-205-4800
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Henry Ford Health Financial Assistance — Henry Ford Jackson Hospital (Jackson County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need financial assistance application, proof of household income, proof of michigan residency — is anything else required? What is the best next step?”
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
per application
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Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.