When a surprise medical emergency, such as a heart attack or incident that requires an airlift leads to a bill you can't afford to pay, do not fret. There are tried and true tactics to negotiate down ...

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In October 2021, Natasha Pempsell, a pre-school teacher and mother of four living in Covington, Georgia, received her letter: "RIP Medical Debt? That sounds like a scam!" It sounded too good to be ...

DENVER — Kayce Atencio used to be haunted by a thought while working at a homeless shelter in downtown Denver. "It could have been me," said Atencio, 30, who lives in a small apartment with his son ...

A nonprofit group called R.I.P. Medical Debt has relieved Americans of $11 billion in hospital bills. But that did not improve their mental health or their credit scores, a study found. By Sarah Kliff ...

A medical loan is typically an unsecured personal loan that can be used for medical expenses. An unsecured loan does not require collateral. Your loan funds can be applied toward just about any ...

Medical research shapes healthcare every day, but not all studies are created equal. Knowing the differences can help you feel more confident reading health information online and understanding what ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

A radiologist is a type of doctor who uses medical imaging to support the diagnosis and treatment of various conditions and injuries. Specialties include diagnostic radiologists, interventional ...

A medical bracelet is a form of medical jewelry. It gives healthcare professionals important information if you can’t communicate. Share on Pinterest Getty Images/Vstock LLC Many people with diabetes, ...

If you have ever thought about trying medical marijuana to treat nagging pain or ease the symptoms of a chronic condition, you may have stopped short due to a few critical questions: Is medical ...

Medical malpractice can happen when you’re harmed, injured, or die because your doctor or another healthcare professional didn’t do their job right. Not all cases of medical malpractice become ...