The cost of inguinal hernia surgery!

[NurseTim]

My neighbor went to the ER with presumed bat soup croup. Was in hospital, admitted to observation (less than 24 hrs). They got an Explanation Of Benefits, that showed a sum of 20K.

He stayed in a rehabilitation facility for 3 weeks, they charged 50K for the three weeks.

[Joker]

Originally Posted by NurseTim

My neighbor went to the ER with presumed bat soup croup. Was in hospital, admitted to observation (less than 24 hrs). They got an Explanation Of Benefits, that showed a sum of 20K.

He stayed in a rehabilitation facility for 3 weeks, they charged 50K for the three weeks.

Wow $2,380.95 per day! What a scam...

[JJ_BPK]

Originally Posted by Joker

Wow $2,380.95 per day! What a scam...

He could have stayed at Disney World Grand Floridian

[Joker]

Originally Posted by JJ_BPK

He could have stayed at Disney World Grand Floridian

If someone else is paying the bill, why not? Its a hold my beer and stay here moment!

[Trapper John]

Nurse Tim:

Porter's approach to health care reform is far from a bean counting! If you are really interested in the subject please read the following and the references therein.

https://www.isc.hbs.edu/health-care/...s/default.aspx

I took his course and it was very enlightening. The current healthcare debate completely misses the mark! Like most complex issues it is always a good idea to educate ourselves before forming an opinion.