Uninsured woman in an allergic emergency was asked to pay before her shot
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A Virginia woman stung by a wasp went into anaphylaxis, stopped at an urgent care, and was asked for $400 up front before getting epinephrine. Her total bill was $605. ER rules requiring treatment regardless of ability to pay generally don't cover independent urgent care centers. In a true emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest ER.
Source: KFF Health News
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