Hospital financial assistance at Scripps Mercy Hospital
Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, California is a California hospital, and Cal. Health & Safety Code sections 127400, 127405 sets what it can charge patients who cannot afford the bill.
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How to apply at Scripps Mercy Hospital
We have confirmed that Scripps Mercy Hospital lists mail for financial assistance.
- Mailing address: 4077 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103
- Scripps Mercy Hospital financial assistance policyPolicy link checked on October 28, 2026
Ownership and federal rules
CMS lists Scripps Mercy Hospital as a nonprofit hospital. Nonprofit hospitals with federal tax exemption must follow IRS 501(r) rules: a written financial assistance policy, limits on what eligible patients are charged, at least 240 days to apply after the first bill, and a 120-day wait before extraordinary collection actions.
What we know about this hospital
- Hospital
- Scripps Mercy Hospital
- City
- San Diego, CA
- County
- San Diego
- Phone
- 619-260-7101
Hospitals in California
These are the statutory minimums that apply to Scripps Mercy Hospital. The hospital's own written policy can be more generous, never less.
Up to 400% of the Federal Poverty Level
Hospital-specific policy applies
Cal. Health & Safety Code sections 127400, 127405
What that means in dollars (2026 guidelines)
Yearly household income, before tax.
| Household | Help up to (400%) |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $63,840 |
| 2 people | $86,560 |
| 3 people | $109,280 |
| 4 people | $132,000 |
Common questions
Does Scripps Mercy Hospital offer financial assistance for hospital bills?
Yes. Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, California is covered by Cal. Health & Safety Code sections 127400, 127405, which requires California hospitals to reduce or write off bills for patients below set income levels. You can reach the hospital on 619-260-7101.
How do I apply for financial assistance at Scripps Mercy Hospital?
Ask Scripps Mercy Hospital's financial assistance or billing office for its financial assistance application, by phone on 619-260-7101, and put your request in writing. Run the free Brightbill check first so you know which income band Cal. Health & Safety Code sections 127400, 127405 puts you in before you call.
Is the check for Scripps Mercy Hospital bills free?
Yes. The eligibility check is free and anonymous: no account, no sign-in, and no name, hospital records, bill number or contact details. Coming soon: Brightbill will do it for you, free: the financial assistance application to the hospital and any surprise bill dispute, followed through to the answer. Leave your email after your check and we'll tell you when it opens.
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Legal basis: Cal. Health & Safety Code sections 127400, 127405 requires California hospitals to offer charity care and discount payment to eligible patients.
This is an estimate, not legal advice. Each hospital's financial assistance office makes the final decision. Terms · Health Data Privacy Policy.