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Uninsured ER Visits Surge in Virginia | Annapolis News
Virginia hospitals are facing a dramatic surge in uninsured ER visits—up nearly 50% since 2022, hitting over 400,000 self-pay cases last year. This spike, fueled by rising uninsured rates and new federal policies, is forcing hospitals to absorb costs that ultimately get passed on to insured patients through higher premiums, deductibles, and copays. As the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association watches the trend unfold, experts warn this could signal deeper shifts in healthcare affordability and access across the state. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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