Providence was accused by the state Attorney Genera’s Office of regularly pressuring patients to pay medical bills whether or not they were eligible for financial assistance under state law. The health care provider has agreed to provide nearly 100,000 low-income patients with nearly $158 million in refunds and debt relief to settle the complaint. (David Ryder / Bloomberg, 2020)
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Health

Providence hospitals must forgive medical debt for thousands of patients

Providence hospitals in WA must provide $158 million in refunds and debt relief to patients who should have been offered free or discounted medical care.

Politics

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Opinion

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Israel-Hamas war

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Local News

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Educators share 5 ways to confront kids’ screen time WATCH

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Mental Health

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Business & Tech

Light reflects off buildings at Amazon Headquarters on March 20, 2023. Amazon announced another 9,000 job cuts bringing the total up to 27,000 since November.

Amazon reports $30B in profits in 2023, reversing loss in prior year

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Nation & World

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Health

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It’s called ‘cozy cardio.’ In a world seeking comfort, some see a happier mode of exercise

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