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Ventura County Medical Center — Financial Assistance & Charity Care
Ventura, Ventura County, CA
Under California law (the Hospital Fair Pricing Act), Ventura County Medical Center must offer free or discounted care to patients who can't afford their bills. Here's who qualifies and how to apply — you can apply even if your bill already went to collections.
Do you qualify for FREE care?
Ventura County Medical Center provides free (charity) care to patients at or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Level. If your yearly household income is at or below the amount for your household size, you likely qualify for 100% free care:
| Household size | Yearly income at or below | You likely qualify for |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $63,840/yr | 100% free care |
| 2 people | $86,560/yr | 100% free care |
| 3 people | $109,280/yr | 100% free care |
| 4 people | $132,000/yr | 100% free care |
| 5 people | $154,720/yr | 100% free care |
| 6 people | $177,440/yr | 100% free care |
| 7 people | $200,160/yr | 100% free care |
| 8 people | $222,880/yr | 100% free care |
What you'll need to apply
- Recent pay stubs OR income tax returns (documentation limited to these; other forms may be accepted but not required)
- Completed Charity Care Application or Discount Program Application (English/Spanish available)
How to apply
📞 805-648-9553When you call, say: “I'd like to apply for financial assistance (charity care) for a hospital bill. Can you send me the application and tell me which documents I need?”
Based on this hospital's policy effective 05/30/2026.
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