Mandating care in the ER but not payment: Why that’s a problem
A recent case from Dayton, OH highlights the tangled mess of emergency department specialty coverage, federal law, and out-of-network insurance benefits. When these interact, patients, doctors, insurers and hospitals can be left frustrated and perplexed.
Here’s a brief summary.
A 6-year old boy suffered a fingertip injury and the emergency staff called the covering plastic surgeon, who repaired the injury. The surgeon, who does not participate with insurance, submitted a bill for …
