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Washington State Health Care Authority
Apple Health gas mileage reimbursement
What you get
Mileage reimbursement for approved travel to covered medical care. The rate isn't published. Ask. Ask whether requests are open.
- Who starts it
- You, by phone
- How it’s sent
- A phone call
- Your time
- A phone call
- Last checked
- Aug 27, 2026
Before you start, check you fit
- Your child is 18 or under.
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What to sayShort is fine. They will ask for what they need.
Hi, my name is [your name]. My child is being treated for cancer at [hospital]. I’m calling about Apple Health gas mileage reimbursement from Washington State Health Care Authority. We’re hoping for mileage reimbursement for approved travel to covered medical care. [child’s name] was diagnosed on [diagnosis date]. What do you need from me, and what happens next?
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- Your child’s diagnosis and the date.
- The hospital’s name and your social worker’s name.
- The bill or receipt, with the account number.
- Copies of the driver's valid license, valid vehicle registration, and proof of insurance.
What they’ll send next
- Confirm the approved mode, pickup or reimbursement instructions, and any follow-up deadline.
After the call
Call 7–14 days before the appointment when possible; a request made less than two business days ahead may not be schedulable. Obtain prior authorization before travel and request reimbursement within 30 calendar days after the appointment. If you have not heard back by then, write and ask.