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Ultimately you aren't going to deny someone coverage based on cost For acute conditions, yes, but in the American ER they do not treat chronic conditions, like
by HarryHirsch 9y ago
Ultimately you aren't going to deny someone coverage based on cost
For acute conditions, yes, but in the American ER they do not treat chronic conditions, like cancer, depression and substance addiction. That's a public health issue.
- deepsun 9y agoAnd even for sub-acute thing, for example if you've broken ankle, it needs a surgery to bring your bones together and put a metallic screws and a plate. But the only thing they'll do in ER is put a cast on your leg (for ~$7,000 bill to your insurance). For the surgery you'll need to look for a surgeon yourself (and, there's HUGE shortage of surgeons everywhere in US, seems like the system wants it that way). Then your surgeon's hospital will pre-agree on the surgery cost with your insurance. If you don't have insurance or money -- welcome to limpers.