Patient Collections

Medical debt affects one-third

Payers

One-third of privately insured have medical debt: survey

Most said their debt stemmed from hospital care, and often pointed to provider-recommended services that were ultimately denied by an insurer.

Dave Muoio Sep 21, 2026 4:00pm

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How states could do more to address crippling healthcare costs

Aug 17, 2026 4:00pm

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Hospital's rising prepayment requirements weigh on patients

Aug 12, 2026 5:30pm

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Health systems increase focus on patient collections: survey

May 18, 2026 11:00am

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In Conn., doctors surpass hospitals on patient billing lawsuits

Apr 20, 2026 11:30am

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Health collections from uninsured patients up 54% in 3 years: Cedar

Mar 31, 2026 3:00pm