Hospital financial assistance at Mainehealth Maine Medical Center
Mainehealth Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine is a licensed Maine hospital, so 22 M.R.S. §1716-A governs what it can charge patients who cannot afford the bill. Below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level the bill must be written off in full.
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What we know about this hospital
- Hospital
- Mainehealth Maine Medical Center
- City
- Portland, ME
- County
- Cumberland
- Phone
- (207) 662-0111Main line — ask for financial assistance or billing
All licensed hospitals in Maine
These are the statutory minimums that apply to Mainehealth Maine Medical Center. The hospital's own written policy can be more generous, never less.
Up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
Bill written off in full
Applies to all Maine-licensed hospitals, no ownership-type or rural carve-out.
22 M.R.S. §1716-A(2)
200%–400% of the Federal Poverty Level
Monthly payments capped at 4% of monthly household income
Maine law does not set a discount percentage between 200% and 400% FPL, only a payment-plan affordability protection: monthly payments cannot exceed 4% of monthly household income. The full bill may still be owed, but payments must be capped at this level.
22 M.R.S. §1716-A(8)
Income limit for a full write-off (2026 guidelines)
- Household of 1
- $31,920
- Household of 2
- $43,280
- Household of 3
- $54,640
- Household of 4
- $66,000
- Household of 5
- $77,360
- Household of 6+
- $88,720
Common questions
Does Mainehealth Maine Medical Center offer financial assistance for hospital bills?
Yes. Mainehealth Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine is covered by 22 M.R.S. §1716-A, which requires licensed Maine hospitals to reduce or write off bills for patients below set income levels. You can reach the hospital on (207) 662-0111 (main hospital line — ask for the financial assistance or billing office).
What income qualifies for free care at Mainehealth Maine Medical Center?
Income up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level qualifies for a full write-off under 22 M.R.S. §1716-A. On the 2026 federal poverty guidelines that is roughly $31,920 a year for one person and $66,000 a year for a household of four.
What discount can I get at Mainehealth Maine Medical Center if I earn more than that?
Up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level: bill written off in full. 200%–400% of the Federal Poverty Level: monthly payments capped at 4% of monthly household income. These are the statutory minimums under 22 M.R.S. §1716-A; Mainehealth Maine Medical Center may have a more generous written policy.
How do I apply for financial assistance at Mainehealth Maine Medical Center?
Ask Mainehealth Maine Medical Center's financial assistance or billing office for its financial assistance application, by phone on (207) 662-0111, and put your request in writing. Run the free Brightbill check first so you know which income band 22 M.R.S. §1716-A puts you in before you call.
Is the check for Mainehealth Maine Medical Center 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. The optional $19 Action Kit adds a saved result, checklist, call script, drafted letter and the state regulator's contact details.
Other Maine hospitals
Takes about two minutes.
Legal basis: 22 M.R.S. §1716-A — requires licensed Maine 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.