HEALTHWISCONSIN EXAMINER
More states try to give patients relief from medical debt
Legislators in six states have approved measures to address patient medical debt, including laws capping interest rates, prohibiting wage garnishment, and requiring hospitals to inform patients about financial assistance programs. Hawaii's bill awaits a governor's signature, and other states have introduced similar legislation.
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