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)
(David Ryder / Bloomberg, 2020)
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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.

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