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What fixes medical debt

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Addressing Medical Debt Through Healthcare Accessibility

This chapter explores the challenges of medical debt in the United States and highlights the need for better access to healthcare as a preventive measure. It emphasizes the benefits of expanding Medicaid to reduce financial strain and improve health outcomes for low-income individuals, supported by evidence from the Oregon Health Insurance Experiment.

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