Community Catalyst and a diverse coalition of over 70 advocacy organizations demanded tougher actions against medical payment products in a letter submitted to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the…
This guide is meant to help you navigate medical bills and other common charges in health care settings — like when you need emergency care, are scheduling care at a…
What do I have to pay for if I have health insurance? When you have health insurance, charges fall into different categories. Here are the terms to know. Monthly Premium…
Can I know my health care costs before I receive care? Ask for a “good faith estimate” and keep it in a safe place Providers must use a form similar…
What can I do about my expensive medical bill? First, check your bill to make sure it is correct: If you call your insurance company or a billing office Keep…
Apply for a hospital financial assistance program It is never too late to see if you’re eligible for financial assistance. Many hospitals, especially non-profit hospitals, provide financial assistance programs in…
What happens if I don’t pay my medical bill? If you don’t pay your medical bill, the provider can sue you for payment or sell your debt to a collection…
What if I need emergency transportation? In an emergency, you may find yourself transported to a hospital in one of two ways: When you call 911, an emergency dispatcher will…
Emily Stewart was interviewed on WNYC's The Takeaway about the uniquely American issue of medical debt.
Patient complaints are a crucial means of ensuring that patients get value for their insurance coverage. In particular, complaints are one way to document the insurance problems that keep patients…
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