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How to apply for UP Health System Financial Assistance — UPHS-Marquette & UPHS-Bell (Marquette County)

UP Health System (UPHS-Marquette, UPHS-Bell)

Who it's for

UP Health System hospitals in Marquette County (UPHS-Marquette and UPHS-Bell in Ishpeming) offer financial assistance for emergency and medically necessary care. Free or discounted care is based on household income measured against the Federal Poverty Guidelines, and qualifying patients are charged no more than amounts generally billed to insured patients. Call the Marquette Business Office at 906-449-1400 to apply.

Free or discounted care is income-based, measured against the Federal Poverty Guidelines; qualifying patients are charged no more than amounts generally billed (AGB). 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: 906-449-1400

Renewals

per application

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.