Types of hospital fees may include semi and private room charges, uninsured services, supplies and procedures requested by third parties. Read our frequently asked questions to learn more.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

If you are an uninsured, out-of-province or out-of-country patient, visit our non-residents page.

If you believe you've received a bill in error and have Medical Services Plan (MSP) coverage, call us immediately with your personal health number (PHN).

Types of hospital fees

  • Preferred accommodation

    If you request and are given a semi or private room, you (or your extended benefits) will be billed for the room at the appropriate room rate. If you have any questions about preferred accommodation billing, call 604-777-8323.

  • Stays in hospital while awaiting long-term care

    You will be billed for a daily ward rate if you are waiting to transfer to a long term care home. This starts after a 30-day grace period (from the start of your wait) and will continue until your transfer.

  • Medical supplies

    Supply or miscellaneous charges include but are not limited to – crutches, casts, splints. These items are not covered by MSP and are items that are billable to the patient. We do not bill extended plans for these charges.

    View more information on charges not covered by provincial health care.

  • Emergency department visits

    In order for your visit to be covered you must have valid provincial medical coverage. If you were billed but have MSP, contact us.

    If you do not have coverage or have travel insurance, find more information on our non-residents page.

  • Tests

    The B.C. Medical Services Plan covers tests that are medically required. Some tests ordered by third parties such as immigration/emigration departments, midwives, nurse practitioners, or naturopaths are not covered by the B.C. Medical Services Plan.

    If you feel that you were wrongly billed for a medically required test, contact us.

  • Ambulance fees

    Bills for BC Ambulance Service are not the responsibility of Fraser Health. If you have a concern, contact BC Ambulance Service.

Hospital fees frequently asked questions

  • I have received a bill for private or semi-room accommodation but I have extended health benefits coverage.

    For assistance regarding Preferred Accommodations, please contact the Treasury Department: (604) 520-4226, Press 3 for Treasury, Press 1 for Preferred Accommodations or (604) 777-8323.

    Visit our Rooms webpage for more information.

  • I have received an ambulance bill. Who do I contact?

    For further assistance regarding the ambulance bill, please contact 1 (800) 665-7199 or visit: http://www.bcehs.ca/about/billing.

  • I received a hospital bill but it was due to a work-related injury. What do I do?

    Visit our WorkSafeBC and Workers' Compensation Board Claims webpage for this information.

    If you require further assistance, please call:
    Fraser Health, Corporate Finance – Accounts Receivable
    Toll Free: 1 (866) 844-0106 or (604) 520-4860, extension #521385

  • I would like to pay for my upcoming cataract eye surgery. How can I make this payment?

    To make a credit card payment over the phone, please call: Fraser Health, Corporate Finance – Accounts Receivable
    Toll Free: 1 (866) 844-0106 or (604) 520-4860: Press 1 for Payment, Press 4 for Hospital Bill

  • I received a hospital bill but I have valid provincial health coverage.

    To update your information, please call:

    Please note, supply or miscellaneous charges include but are not limited to – crutches, casts, splints, etc. and are not covered by provincial health coverages. Supply items are billable to the patient. We do not direct bill extended health benefit plans.

  • How do I obtain the medical records from my visit?

  • I have lost my hospital bill. How do I get a copy of the hospital bill?

    To obtain a copy of the hospital bill, please call:

  • How can I make a payment for my hospital bill?

    To make an online payment, please visit: https://payments.fraserhealth.ca/Hospital.aspx

    To make a credit card payment over the phone, please call:
    Toll Free: 1 (866) 844-0106 or (604) 520-4860: Press 1 for Payment, Press 4 for Hospital Bill

    For all other payment options, please visit our Pay your bill webpage.

  • I am visitor to Canada and received a hospital bill but I have travel insurance. What do I do?

    All hospital charges are patient responsibility and due upon service rendered.

    Find more information on hospital fees for non-residents of B.C.

  • I received a hospital bill but I have a Canadian work and/or study permit. What do I do?

    All hospital charges are patient responsibility and due upon service rendered.

    Please provide a copy of your Canadian work and/or study permit upon registration.

    If you hold a valid work and/or study permit that is longer than 6 months plus 1 day, you may be eligible for Medical Services Plan (MSP) for British Columbia. For more details and eligibility, please visit the Medical Services Plan page.

  • I made a payment at the hospital but I have received a hospital bill for additional charges.

    By receiving care at our hospitals (i.e. in the emergency department), you may receive two or more bills. The initial payment is for the Emergency Room Fee (Hospital) and Emergency Room Physicians Fee (Doctor). Any tests and/or procedures will be billed separately for your visit.

    Physicians' bills are issued by their own offices. Any questions or payments should be directed to the billing address shown on their statement.

Contact us

Fraser Health, Corporate Finance – Accounts Receivable.

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