If you’re a low- or moderate-income patient in Colorado, the Hospital Discounted Care (HDC) law is designed to help you avoid overwhelming medical bills. Enacted in 2022, this law requires hospitals to provide financial assistance to qualifying patients. However, a recent report by the Colorado Consumer Health Initiative (CCHI) reveals that many hospitals are not […]
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North Carolina Medical Debt Elimination Initiative – APPROVED!
In a significant move, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently approved a proposal by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper’s administration. This North Carolina medical debt elimination initiative offers financial incentives to hospitals across the state. The goal is to eliminate patients’ medical debt and implement policies to prevent future liabilities. Read the […]