Lauren Cobello
Lauren Cobello, Marshall Allen
Medical Debt - Exposing the insidious ways the system preys on vulnerable Americans
Medical Debt - Exposing the insidious ways the system preys on vulnerable Americans
Medical Debt - Exposing the insidious ways the system preys on vulnerable Americans
Monday 9th May 2022
Lauren Greutman and Marshall Allen reveal how the healthcare system traps Americans in medical debt and share tips on protecting yourself.
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Lauren Cobello
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Get the buttons here!Medical Debt: Unmasking the Healthcare System's Hidden Traps
I think that our system is in many cases built to exploit our sickness for profit.
Imagine getting a bill for a medical procedure and feeling like you've been hit by a truck. That's the reality for nearly 23 million Americans struggling with medical debt. In this eye-opening episode of 'Hard Money Talks', Lauren Greutman teams up with Marshall Allen, an investigative journalist with over fifteen years of experience in exposing the dark side of the healthcare industry.
Together, they peel back the layers on how the system exploits vulnerable people through price gouging, sloppy billing, and insurance denials. Marshall doesn't just highlight the problems; he arms you with practical advice on how to protect yourself. From questioning the necessity of treatments to negotiating your bills, this episode is packed with actionable tips that can make a real difference. As Lauren puts it, 'We have to change the way we view the system as patients'.
Whether you're already drowning in medical debt or worried about what might happen if you get sick, this episode offers crucial insights to help you navigate the murky waters of healthcare costs. Tune in and take the first step towards reclaiming control over your financial health.