Hospital Billing Discrepancy Clarification

Summary

George Tsiolkas had a dispute with a hospital over a billing discrepancy. The hospital sent him bills showing a zero balance due to a charity care adjustment, but when he contacted the hospital, they claimed the bills were still active. He is considering filing charges against the hospital for causing him PTSD and anxiety attacks. He was advised to consult a lawyer specializing in medical malpractice or personal injury, and to continue his medical treatment for PTSD and anxiety. He was also informed about the statute of limitations for personal injury and medical malpractice cases in North Carolina.

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I had issues with a Hospital and after discussing it with them they sent me a letter stating that the service I received was appropriate as such we cannot accommodate your request for communication or billing adjustment what does it mean
Hello **** ****. The hospital is saying they believe the service was correct and they won't adjust the bill or further discuss. You could consider:
*. Contacting your insurance provider for assistance
*. Consulting with a healthcare advocate
*. Seeking legal advice if you believe you were wrongly billed.
Well I called for the copies of my bills and when I received them they had a * balance and above them it said charity care adjustment
Hello **** ****, it seems like the hospital has written off your bill as a charity care adjustment. This means they've decided to cover your entire bill amount. However, to be sure, you may want to contact the hospital's billing department for confirmation.
Well when I did they told me my bills were still active
Hello **** ****, that sounds confusing. It might be a misunderstanding. You could consider:
*. Asking the hospital for a written statement of your account.
*. Consulting a healthcare advocate or lawyer if the issue persists.
Remember, these are just suggestions and it's always best to seek professional advice.
I have copies of them when I contacted them they said zero balance so in essence they lied to me had I paid them to they would have been paid twice
Hello **** ****, it seems like there's a discrepancy between your bill copies and what the hospital's billing department is telling you. Here are some steps you can take:
*. Contact the hospital again with your bill copies as proof.
*. Seek legal advice if you believe you're being wrongly billed.
*. File a complaint with your local health department.
Remember, these are just suggestions. Always seek professional advice.
Well I'm in a process of filling charges for lying and I ended up with PTSD and anxiety attacks and I was seeing a doctor for it all
Hello **** ****, sorry to hear about your situation. It's important to consult a lawyer who specializes in medical malpractice or personal injury. They can guide you on the next steps. Also, please continue your medical treatment for PTSD and anxiety.
Thank you I plan on filling charges for it all thank you for the advice
Hello **** ****, I'm glad to hear that you found our advice helpful. If you need any more information or have additional questions, feel free to ask. Remember to consult with your lawyer before proceeding, and continue your medical treatment. Best of luck with your case.
Thank you
You're welcome, **** ****. If you have any other questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck with your legal proceedings and take care of your health.
One thing
Hello **** ****, sure, what's the additional question or concern you have? I'm here to provide general legal information to assist you.
How long a period that I can go after a hospital because I was a caregiver for my wife and covid keeps up tied up
Hello **** ****, the time limit to file a lawsuit against a hospital, known as the statute of limitations, varies by location and the type of claim. Could you please specify your location so I can provide more accurate information?
It's only a couple of years but I read on PTSD it can be over 10 years with medical help
Hello **** ****, the statute of limitations can indeed vary based on the type of injury, including psychological injuries like PTSD. However, it's crucial to discuss this with your lawyer as laws can vary. Are you located in the United States? If so, could you please specify your state?
I wanted to find out my steps is why I'm asking I shall proceed because if it happens to me it could happen again
Hello **** ****, I understand your concerns. To better assist you, could you please confirm your current location? The statute of limitations and steps to proceed can vary based on the jurisdiction.
I can't read all the comment
Hello **** ****, I understand you're having trouble reading the comment. If you could provide your location, I can give more precise legal information about the statute of limitations for your situation.
North Carolina
Hello **** ****, thank you for providing your location. In North Carolina, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally three years. However, for medical malpractice, it's typically two years. As laws can change, it's recommended to consult with a local attorney.
Will do thanks
Hello **** ****, you're welcome! If you need further assistance or have any other questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Consulting a local attorney is a good step. Good luck with your case and take care.
Have a wonderful evening
Hello **** ****, thank you for your time. I'm glad I could assist you with your concerns. If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Wishing you success with your case and a wonderful evening.