Paul Knightly, PhD on Nostr: One of the few joys I've had in dealing with our convoluted healthcare system over ...
One of the few joys I've had in dealing with our convoluted healthcare system over the years is happening right now.
Hospital tried to balance bill us for nearly $7k worth of expenses that were already covered by insurance and the insurance agent I'm on the phone with went full Mama Bear and said "nope, they can't do that."
The practice of balance billing wasn't regulated until 2021, but now that it's regulated it empowers insurance companies to act on behalf of their customers. Silver lining
Hospital tried to balance bill us for nearly $7k worth of expenses that were already covered by insurance and the insurance agent I'm on the phone with went full Mama Bear and said "nope, they can't do that."
The practice of balance billing wasn't regulated until 2021, but now that it's regulated it empowers insurance companies to act on behalf of their customers. Silver lining