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Enlarge this image A billing mistake by an in-network Florida emergency room landed Sara McLin’s then-4-year-old son in collections. Zack Wittman/KHN hide…
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ERs staffed by private equity firms aim to cut costs by hiring fewer doctors
by Blake Farmer February 11, 2023Enlarge this image Diagnosing and treating patients was once an ER doctor’s domain, but they are increasingly being replaced by health practitioners…
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One state looks to get kids in crisis out of the ER — and back home
by Martha Bebinger February 9, 2023Enlarge this image Laura Polizoti, a family intervention specialist at Youth Villages, discusses strategies with Haley that would be more beneficial for…
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Many ERs offer minimal care for miscarriage. One group wants that to change
by Patrick Adams January 4, 2023Enlarge this image Dr. Sarah Prager and Dr. Kelly Quinley work together for the nonprofit TEAMM, Training, Education and Advocacy in Miscarriage…
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Enlarge this image Matt Gleason fainted at work after getting a flu shot, so colleagues called 911 and an ambulance took him…
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As Injuries Continue, Doctors Renew Call For Ban On Infant Walkers
by Ronnie Cohen September 17, 2018Enlarge this image Skull fractures, concussions and broken bones are common injuries when children not yet able to walk use infant walkers…
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A 24/7 Emergency Room Charges An ‘After-Hours’ Fee. Who Should Pay?
by Michelle Andrews June 5, 2018Enlarge this image Emergencies happen at all hours, but the cost of staffing an emergency department at night is higher than by…