

From Tradeoffs: Can the U.S. put an end to surprise ambulance bills?
Nov 13, 2023
This podcast discusses the ongoing problem of surprise ambulance bills in the US. It highlights the financial burden on patients and the difficulty in finding a fair solution. Personal stories are shared to emphasize the high costs and frustration faced by patients. Different approaches taken by states and the need for a public reckoning in emergency services are explored. The potential consequences of congressional inaction are also discussed, but there is a glimmer of hope with one person receiving a zero-dollar bill due to an insurance error.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Preparing Financially for a Medical Crisis
01:41 • 2min
Surprise Ambulance Bills: Unexpected Financial Burden
03:16 • 9min
Surprise Ambulance Bills and the Cost of Emergency Services
11:50 • 13min
The Need for a Public Reckoning Around Emergency Services
25:16 • 2min
The Consequences of Congressional Inaction on Surprise Ambulance Bills
27:11 • 3min