There have been thousands of lawsuits by Kansas hospitals in recent years, including many lawsuits for less than $500. One lawsuit was for just $104.
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Posted inHealth
Even after benefits resume, SNAP recipients will see more restrictions
A federal judge ruled the Trump administration must release full payments of SNAP benefits for the month of November.
Posted inHealth
Health insurance prices set to soar out of reach for many Kansas Citians
After Democrats’ demands to save ACA marketplace tax subsidies came up short, millions of Americans are expected to lose health coverage in January.
Posted inHealth
Lives in the balance: Kansas City’s top cancer researchers worry about federal funding cuts doing lasting damage
Frozen and terminated grants, threatened federal funding cuts and scientists being forced to leave the country all contribute to the uncertainty scientific research institutions face in Kansas City and across the country.
Posted inHealth
As the Medicare enrollment window opens, a new study gives Missouri and Kansas below-average scores
High costs and limited access in some parts of the country can keep people from getting needed health care.
Posted inState Government
What makes abortion regulations illegal in Kansas? This court fight will decide
Two abortion providers are suing Kansas over a handful of abortion laws. They say current laws are preventing people from accessing abortion care.
Posted inHealth
Some Missouri and Kansas pharmacists join effort to get drug prices under control
As health insurance costs soar, lowering prescription prices could help. But that will require reforms in Jefferson City and Topeka.
Posted inEconomics
Across state line and following historic redlines: Kansas City food deserts expand as grocery stores close
Residents deal with mile-long walks, corner store diets and poorer health as grocers are forced to close unprofitable locations on both sides of the state line.
Posted inRural
Can grocery stores keep rural Kansas communities vibrant?
Amid expanding food deserts and soaring prices, investments in rural Kansas are keeping small grocery stores afloat.
Posted inHealth
KC’s medical community takes action against a persistent problem: Physician suicide
Area hospitals, medical schools and doctors are working to reduce stigma and improve access to mental health care.