The No Surprises Act, which took effect this month, makes it illegal for hospitals to slap patients with sky-high charges for out-of-network care. “Too many Americans have been shocked by surprise medical bills and forced to pay up through credit report coercion,” said CFPB Director Rohit Chopra. What he means by “credit report coercion” is healthcare providers threatening to let …
Jalandhar With reports of private ambulances fleecing covid-19 patients, or those suspected to be infected with the disease, for shifting them to hospitals or quarantine centres, deputy commissioner Ghanshyam Thori on Thursday constituted a five-member committee to stop the unethical practice. “Private ambulances have been charging Rs 3,000 and Rs 4,000 for shifting passengers from rural areas to Jalandhar city, …
