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Hospital networks usually have you sign a waiver agreeing to pay for all costs before treatment begins. It's a bit strange to be waiting in the ER and a have a
by bduerst 7y ago
Hospital networks usually have you sign a waiver agreeing to pay for all costs before treatment begins. It's a bit strange to be waiting in the ER and a have a billing handler ask you to sign a form on a clipboard before you can get service.
- ddlatham 7y agoRegardless of what the cost is? What prevents them from charging you 2x or 10x or 100x more after the fact?
- Red_Leaves_Flyy 7y agoJust their conscience it seems. Looks like the healthcare industry is following the mob playbook.
- bduerst 7y agoYes. It is nearly impossible to determine the cost of treatment up front when the health cause is still unknown. You could be there for a common cold or for phase 4 lung cancer, with costs ranging widely even just for the diagnostic procedures. You're agreeing up front to pay for the service involved to determine and eventually treat your symptoms.