Insurance Plans

At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we know health insurance coverage can be confusing at times, so we’ve put together resources to help you understand what health plans are accepted across our system.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is included in a wide selection of health insurance plans, but since plan coverage is frequently updated, we recommend that you check with your insurance company for current information. If your plan isn’t included or you have coverage questions, call the member services number usually located on the back of your medical insurance card for assistance.

• Franciscan Medical Group
• St. Anne Hospital
• St. Anthony Hospital
• St. Clare Hospital
• St. Elizabeth Hospital
• St. Francis Hospital
• St. Joseph Medical Center
• St. Michael Medical Center
• Virginia Mason Medical Center

The Affordable Care Act has many options to make health care coverage more accessible and affordable for those who don’t currently have health insurance or have limited coverage. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is dedicated to helping our patients get answers to their questions about these insurance options.

Washington Healthplanfinder™ is the official ACA-compliant health benefit exchange of Washington state. If you’re uninsured, you can find a health insurance plan that fits your needs and budget through Washington’s plan finder site. You may even qualify for low-cost or free insurance. 

If you qualify for Medicaid, or Apple Health, you may apply at any time throughout the year. Applications can be made through the Washington Healthplanfinder.

Key enrollment dates and information include:

• Open enrollment begins Nov. 1 each year, for health insurance coverage for the following year, and ends Jan. 31.
• You can get coverage at any time of year if you qualify for Medicaid or CHIP, or have certain life changes, such as:
  • Getting married
  • Having a baby
  • Losing other health insurance coverage
  • Moving

To find and enroll for health insurance coverage in Washington state:

• Visit wahealthplanfinder.org to compare plans and enroll
• Call 1-855-WAFINDER (1-855-923-4633) or TTY/TTD 1-855-627-9604  

To get local assistance by the county you live in:

• Pierce County: Contact a community agency that offers in-person assistors
• King County: Visit the Public Health website to find assistance and enrollment events

Learn more about Virginia Mason Franciscan Health’s Financial Assistance Program that provides financial relief to those who qualify.

View our billing resources & FAQs for more information about billing, insurance, and financial support services.