> On one hand, you have a population that believes that no one should be left to die if they show up at a hospital (probably due to their religion and whatnot).

> On one hand, you have a population that believes that no one should be left to die if they show up at a hospital (probably due to their religion and whatnot). Or out of simple self-interest. Having health insurance doesn't guarantee you'll always show up at an ER capable of demonstrating to the hospital's satisfaction that you are insured, with the necessary documentation (e.g. after a car accident or a mugging).