Dignity Health - French Hospital Medical Center
1911 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in California
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
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What Families Say
“Excellent and efficient care from preop to discharge. All team members were patient, kind, and explained everything thoroughly. Dr. Delagrammaticas is one of the most thorough and skilled surgeons, from his office prep to preop to OR to discharge. Special thank you to his MA Katie; hospital crew Ashton preop RN and Admitting team,. AshleyRN and Victor RN Day Stay 1. Dr. Aquino Anesthesiologist patient, kind and skilled; Holly OR Circulator, kind and comforting. PACU angels Lynn and Kaitlin made me feel safe, and comfortable. Day Stay 2 Leilani RN, David and Lara PT so very patient all worked together to help ready me for discharge. Med Surg Brian RN and Mindy RN who were responsive and Mindy provided exceptional discharge instructions. Jessica PT very patient and made me feel like I was her only patient. David was motivating, kind and patient, explained every milestone needed toward discharge. Morgan Ortho Coordinator and Jenny Care coordinator. The room was clean and comfortable, food excellent, the entire team worked together to keep me safe, the experience was exceptional. Grateful for the team at French Medical Center.”
— Tauny Sexton CA-SANTA MARIA
“I was recently hospitalized here, and the staff is outstanding. The doctors and nurses worked around the clock to save my life. I am truly grateful for each and every one. I was very spoiled, and almost didn't want to leave. From the bottom of my heart, Thank you. The kitchen is awesome too they worked with me for my nutritional needs. A special thank you to the Nurse Teri. She was so compassionate, and for the nurse Carolina, she took wonderful care of me. I love you all to the moon and back. The whole medical team is just wonderful.”
— Sara Granados
“2/26/26 My Surgery Day @ French Hospital was the most enjoyable medical visit I have ever experienced. The entire staff could not have been any more courteous, helpful & knowledgeable. My Gratitude & Deep Thanks to everyone involved, Nurses, Aides, Anathesiologist‼️⭐️ & especially the Chief Surgeon, Dr Jason Turner. Great Team‼️👍🏼👌💪”
— Dwight Harrington
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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