December 17, 2025- Banner Health has announced a major shift in how patients and visitors pay for services. Starting now, the organization is rolling out a cashless payment system at its hospitals and care sites, with full implementation expected by March 2026.
According to the press release, the move is designed to enhance operational efficiency, improve security, and reduce costs that come with handling physical cash — expenses that the health system found to be significant in its internal review. By eliminating cash management overhead, Banner plans to reinvest the savings into expanded patient care, advanced technology, and essential community health programs.
Patients and visitors will be able to pay using credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other electronic options across all facilities. For those who prefer to use cash, Banner is installing cash-to-card kiosks at locations with onsite pharmacies; these machines convert cash into prepaid cards that can be used wherever Mastercard is accepted — including at Banner facilities.
The initiative reflects a broader trend among service industries to adopt cashless systems for greater convenience and safety, while still offering solutions for those who rely on cash. With 33 hospitals and more than 450 care sites across six states, the transition marks a significant step in modernizing the patient experience across the Banner Health network.