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Unlocking Financial Freedom: How Charity Care Can Eliminate Medical Debt

June 13, 2023 • Jared Walker • Episode 64

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In this episode, host Marc Russell interviews guest Jared from DollarFor.org. They discuss the little-known option of charity care, a provision in the Affordable Care Act that allows nonprofit hospitals to waive or reduce medical bills for eligible individuals.

Jared explains how their organization helps patients navigate the complex process and advocates for them to have their medical debt eliminated.

Timestamps:
[07:18] Jared's story
[09:35] Charity Care
[13:05] Figuring out if you're eligible
[16:45] Why aren't hospitals sharing this
[19:35] Taxes on money forgiven
[21:47] Dollar For process

Connect with Jared:
Website: DollarFor.Org
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