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How to apply for Aspirus Health Financial Assistance — Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital (serving Keweenaw County)
Aspirus Health (Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital)
Who it's for
Keweenaw County has no hospital of its own; the nearest is Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium. Aspirus Health offers financial assistance for emergency and medically necessary care. Patients with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level may receive free care, with a sliding-scale discount between 201% and 300%. Call 1-866-972-1774 to ask about the application.
Free care for patients with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level; a 75% sliding-scale discount applies between 201% and 300% FPL (financial-assistance scale effective February 1, 2026). No one is denied needed care for inability to pay. 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: 1-866-972-1774
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Aspirus Health Financial Assistance — Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital (serving Keweenaw 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.
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Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.