the policy at hospital ERs is to treat people regardless of their ability to pay.
Have you ever been in that position? I have. It took me over a year to pay off the resulting bills.
Yes, they will still treat you regardless of your ability to pay. Yes, sometimes they can decrease the bill for those without financial means. However, that doesn’t mean the treatment is free (or affordable) - you will still be billed, and saddled with any resulting debt. That’s a huge difference between the US and almost every other country, and it’s a crucial distinction.
I went to Denver Health recently after being rear-ended. I told them I had no money and no insurance. They treated me for a concussion. I got a bill for $500.
The bill is far more affordable than dying. It’s ridiculous that you would assume someone should treat you for free. If it’s not worth the bill, don’t go. If it is worth the bill, be grateful for the help.
Have you ever been in that position? I have. It took me over a year to pay off the resulting bills.
Yes, they will still treat you regardless of your ability to pay. Yes, sometimes they can decrease the bill for those without financial means. However, that doesn’t mean the treatment is free (or affordable) - you will still be billed, and saddled with any resulting debt. That’s a huge difference between the US and almost every other country, and it’s a crucial distinction.
I went to Denver Health recently after being rear-ended. I told them I had no money and no insurance. They treated me for a concussion. I got a bill for $500.
The bill is far more affordable than dying. It’s ridiculous that you would assume someone should treat you for free. If it’s not worth the bill, don’t go. If it is worth the bill, be grateful for the help.