[gas_dr]

The sad truth is despite stating you dont want a hand out, by not paying the bill or accepting insurance, you have stuck the tax payer with the costs of your care.

[JohnBrowdie]

yep. unless he cuts that check for $8k, it’s a handout.

[SeeSharp]

The sad truth is despite stating you dont want a hand out, by not paying the bill or accepting insurance, you have stuck the tax payer with the costs of your care.

He didn't say he wasn't willing to pay. He said he thought $8000 for what he got is a rip off. He's right.