Editing Shriners Hospital for Children (section)

== No-Cost Care ==

Shriners Hospitals provide care without charge to families, funded by the Shriners organization and philanthropy rather than insurance billing. This model removes financial barriers that might prevent families from seeking care for their children. The commitment to no-cost care reflects the organization's charitable mission while requiring ongoing fundraising and organizational support.<ref name="shriners"/>

Children are accepted based on medical need and the hospital's ability to help, regardless of insurance status or family income. This criterion focuses on whether the hospital's expertise can benefit the child rather than ability to pay. The model enables treatment for uninsured and underinsured children while also serving those with insurance who seek specialty expertise.<ref name="shriners"/>