The reason it costs $180,000 was likely due to the fact that there are several million illegal aliens who use the Emergency Room as their Primary Care Provider. They show up, demand service, then leave - and it’s all free.
YES - paying for those who don't pay, paying for what Medicaid doesn't pay, and paying for outrageous insurance are what drives medical costs up.
96 posted on 08/03/2010 4:59:37 PM PDT by justsaynomore
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