I am unable to pay for my care up front
From negotiating with your provider to connecting with patient advocate departments to help you apply for a hospital financial assistance program, set up a no-interest repayment plan or lower your bill.
Tips & Guides
Medical Bills: Everything you need to know about your rights
Your one stop guide to understand and fight your health care bills
My unpaid medical bill was sent to a collection agency
How to deal with medical debt collection and its impact on your credit
I have health insurance and need emergency care
You have legal protections against emergency room, out-of-network “surprise medical bills” — which are described in this guide.
I have health insurance and need to schedule hospital care
Health care can be expensive. When you have health insurance and need to schedule hospital care, there are some things you can do to lower the amount that you will have to pay out-of-pocket.
I am uninsured and need medical care
If you are uninsured or “self-pay” (or not planning to submit your medical bills to a health insurance company), it can be helpful to know what you will be charged for your medical care.
I received a medical bill I cannot afford to pay
How to make sure your bill is correct, and how to dispute it if its not.
Did your insurance deny your health care claim? How to appeal.
Whether you have Medicare or private insurance, learn how to challenge health insurance claim denials with this easy guide.
Counterfeit and stolen goods: Tips to avoid buying them online or anywhere
INFORM Act expected to help consumers by reducing volume of items sold illegally
