Billing and Utilization Trends for Hand Surgery Indicate Worsening Barriers to Accessing Care.
Jung Ho GongChao LongAdam E M EltoraiKavya K SanghaviAviram M GiladiPublished in: Hand (New York, N.Y.) (2022)
Charges for hand surgery procedures steadily increased, possibly reflecting an attempt to make up for reimbursements perceived to be inadequate. This trend places uninsured and underinsured patients at greater risk for financial catastrophe, as they are often responsible for full or partial charges. In addition, procedures shifted from inpatient to ASC setting. This may further limit access to affordable hand care for uninsured and underinsured patients.
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