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Just look at the speed that the RV was going! The driver was given a $500 ticket for almost killing 30 cyclists. Insane that they're even allowed to drive after that.

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[–] funkless_eck 1 points 1 year ago

but also a reminder if you're ever in this situation- as hard as it may be - you can fight. I know if you're injured and sick and frightened it can be hard- but there are ways to reduce, ameliorate, cancel this debt.

a quick Google search gives me loads of resources to start - including checking all EOBs and CPTs, calling the provider customer service, calling your insurance, speaking to their supervisors, speaking to their managers, escalating beyond that, fili ng an appeal with the provider, an appeal with the insurance company, with the patient advocate, with the insurance commission, and then you have legal recourse...