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Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center — Financial Assistance & Charity Care
Chula Vista, San Diego County, CA
Under California law (the Hospital Fair Pricing Act), Sharp Chula Vista 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?
Sharp Chula Vista 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 tax returns
- Recent pay stubs within 6 months of billing or application
- Award Letter (for Social Security/Retirement, Disability, Unemployment)
- State Award Letter (for Disability)
- Proof of school enrollment (for unemployed students)
How to apply
📞 858-499-2400When 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 11/30/2025.
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