Navigating Medical Bills: Charity Care and Negotiation

This chapter provides essential strategies for managing large medical bills, highlighting the importance of charity care eligibility and the differences between nonprofit and for-profit hospitals. It encourages patients to negotiate their medical expenses effectively, offering practical insights into engaging with billing representatives and the emotional challenges involved. The chapter also emphasizes mental health strategies to cope with the stresses of medical billing, advocating for the support of friends and family during this process.