Charity Care Remains Mandatory for Hospitals Under Current Rules
California Attorney General Xavier Becerra has ordered three California hospitals to continue to pay their charity care obligations required under state law. The Los Angeles Times reports, “Becerra’s refusal signals his agreement with health consumer advocates who argue that patients still are struggling to pay their bills, even when they have insurance.” Although the attorney general’s decision only applies to three hospital–Mission Community Hospital in Los Angeles, Emanuel Medical Center in Turlock, and the University of Southern California’s Verdugo Hills Hospital–the decision sends a message to hospitals around the state.
HCA Fact Sheet: Charity Care in California
If you are struggling with a hospital bill, read our fact sheet on charity care or call the Health Consumer Alliance at (888) 804-3536.
