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#120 Safety Net Hospitals, A Disproportionate Share Health Affairs Pathways Podcast

Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast

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The Different Types of Safety Net Hospitals

When we think about safety net hospitals, they're typically these hospitals that disproportionately serve low income uninsured or underinsured patients. However, the types of hospitals that fall under this big umbrella vary a lot across local contexts and geography. Ultimately, it's really about being the door to health care for those who have structural barriers to access, regardless of insurance status, ability to pay, and immigration status.

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