Monday, April 22, 2019

Hospitals Stand to Lose Billions Under ‘Medicare for All’ - The New York Times

Hospitals Stand to Lose Billions Under ‘Medicare for All’ - The New York Times

They don't get payment for ER visits by uncovered folks and build that loss into other charges. Hospitals should be put on a budget (instead of the ridiculous itemized bills they have to issue now) and be required to coordinate services in sensible regional areas to ensure maximizing care access to all citizens. Profit-seeking companies also should have no place in our hospital system.

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