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Outpatient outrage: Hospitals charge fees for care at the doctor’s office

This new report explains why facility fees are increasing in frequency and the impact they have on costs.

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Patient protections needed from medical credit cards
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Patient protections needed from medical credit cards

U.S. PIRG files comments relating to financial products for medical services. This relatively new version of a credit card, marketed specifically for health care services and products, usually lures in applicants with promises of a promotional 0% APR for an introductory period of 6-18 months. What is not always evident to the applicant is the more complex terms of the financial agreement.

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