Unlimited dollars': how an Indiana hospital chain took over a region and jacked up prices
Briefly

Tom Frost's life changed drastically after a motorcycle accident left him with severe injuries and an astronomical medical bill of $629,386.50, leading to significant financial strain for his family.
After the crash, when a hospital employee approached Frost's mother for payment guarantees, she was overwhelmed by the situation and signed the agreement without understanding the potential financial implications.
Despite being uninsured and facing substantial medical expenses, Frost's family was willing to pay a portion of the bill, but they contested the total amount, deeming it unreasonable.
The accident and subsequent medical care reveal serious issues surrounding uninsured patients and the exorbitant costs associated, particularly within not-for-profit healthcare systems like Parkview Health.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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