Do you have debts from hospitalizations or medical treatment?
As the cost of health care increases, many people are having trouble paying for their care. Some people charge these bills to their credit cards and other people use home equity lines of credit. These can both be dangerous methods of paying bills because of high interest rates. For more information, see our booklet on Consumer Issues in Health Care.

What if my insurance did not pay for my medical treatments?
If you think that your insurance company or Medicaid or Medicare did not pay for everything it should have covered, you can file an appeal.

Read more information about Medicaid appeals now.

Read more information about Medicare appeals now.

Read more information about private health insurance appeals now.

Is there a difference between a hospital bill and a bill from my doctor?
Yes. There are more programs to help you with hospital bills than with doctor bills. You should see whether you qualify for any of the assistance programs for hospital bills. For more information, review the Ohio HCAP Hospital Care Assistance Program.

When can I use an unpaid past medical bill to meet my Medicaid Spenddown?
Learn more about Medicaid Spenddown