Find a starting point.

Explore official resources for coverage, affordable care, and help with medical bills. Each program sets its own eligibility, fees, and availability. A listing is not a partnership or a promise of free care.

Anywhere in the United States

Find a health center — HRSA
Search for a community health center, with or without insurance. Call about appointments, services, and sliding fees.

Find your state’s marketplace
Use the official coverage application route for your state. Enrollment periods and eligibility rules apply.

Ask about medical bill assistance — CMS
Learn how to request help. The hospital reviews applications under its own policy.

Texas

Your Texas Benefits — Apply for or manage benefits including Medicaid and CHIP. Program rules differ.

2-1-1 Texas — Find local health, transportation, food, and housing resources. Confirm availability with the listed program.

Tennessee

Apply for TennCare — Official Medicaid application instructions. TennCare determines eligibility.

Local health departments — Find county services. Ask about appointments, charges, and eligibility.

South Carolina

Healthy Connections Medicaid — State application guidance. Follow the current instructions for your household.

Local health departments — Find service locations and appointment information. Services vary by location.

Illinois

Apply for Illinois Medicaid — Official application guidance, including ABE. The state determines eligibility.

Get Covered Illinois — Compare marketplace coverage and find enrollment help. Compare providers, benefits, and total costs.

Practical guides

Finding affordable care
Preparing for a medical visit
Asking about hospital bills

Resource links checked September 29, 2026. Check the linked organizations for current information. General education only.