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Lisa French was told her surgery would cost $1,337. But the hospital sent her a bill for $229,000, then sued her. The case went all the way to the Colorado Supreme Court. The court’s ruling could have major implications for determining a “reasonable price” in health care.

Just before his House election, Mr. Santos helped two of his largest donors reach a private deal on a $19 million boat, mixing his political and personal interests.

The move by Mr. Santos allows him to continue fund-raising as a prospective candidate and to spend campaign funds.

Sandeep Swami tried to dispute a $1,300 “facility fee” with the hospital, his insurer, a bill-mediation service provided by his employer, and finally a debt collector. He didn’t win, but he learned valuable lessons.

Buncombe County was Folwells first stop in what could be several public outreach initiatives to garner support for the Medical Debt De-Weaponization Act.

In January 2022, a new federal law called the No Surprises Act went into effect, aiming to prevent health care providers from sending surprise bills to people with private insurance.

After receiving a $21,500 doctor’s bill for a mere 10 stitches, I researched bad medical billing. Here’s how to fight it.

Facing a post-Roe landscape, we’re republishing advice collected from women who survived severe complications of pregnancy or childbirth.

If you weren't able to celebrate 420, don't worry... the coolest neighborhood in Illinois is hosting a celebration for people like you this weekend.

If you weren't able to celebrate 420, don't worry... the coolest neighborhood in Illinois is hosting a celebration for people like you this weekend.