Charity Care & Financial Assistance

Illinois hospitals have long assisted patients who cannot pay their bills. IHA has been a leading supporter of legislation that ensures patients can access needed healthcare financial assistance.
 

Important Changes to Key Laws

New laws require changes to the Hospital Uninsured Patient Discount Act, Fair Patient Billing Act and the Community Benefits Act. Learn more below:

• P.A. 103-0323: Fair Patient Billing - Screening (9/6/23)

• P.A. 102-0581: FQHC/Free Clinic Referrals and OAG Clarification Email (1/5/22)

• Practical Tips for FQHC and Free Clinic Referrals (1/3/22)

• Clarifications on Required Changes to Hospital Financial Assistance and Community Benefits Reporting (12/7/21)

• Required Changes to Hospital Financial Assistance and Community Benefits Reporting (8/26/21)

• Community Benefits Act, Hospital Uninsured Patient Discount Act and Fair Patient Billing Act Legislation (6/8/21)