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Minnesota lawmakers react to Mayo Clinic charity care report

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison discussed his investigation into Mayo Clinic's charity care practices, revealing that some eligible patients were sued for medical debts without being aware of charity options.
As a result of the investigation, Mayo Clinic increased its charity care contributions to $130 million in 2024, and Minnesota hospitals are now required to screen patients for eligibility before collection actions.
The Attorney General's report recommended that hospitals implement a 'presumptive eligibility' process for charity care and suggested creating a simplified application form to enhance patient access to necessary medical care.
State lawmakers emphasized the need for better access to charity care, stating that medical debt should not be a barrier to health care.

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