Charity care policies can vary wildly between hospitals: report

Charity care policies can vary wildly between hospitals: report

A new report from the Lown Institute finds that variability in policies means two nearly identical patients can receive starkly different bills — sometimes within a few blocks of one another.

Hospital Charity Care Disparities Across America

Understanding the National Healthcare Crisis Hospital charity care policies across the United States create a confusing maze for low-income patients seeking affordable healthcare. A comprehensive new analysis from the Lown Institute reveals alarming disparities that leave vulnerable families struggling with medical debt and healthcare navigation challenges. The Charity Care Crisis Affecting American Families The Lown Institute’s groundbreaking r…