Many Insured U.S. Residents Having Trouble Paying For Medical Expenses Because Of Less-Extensive Coverage, Higher Premiums, Copayments, Deductibles
In addition to increasing the number of uninsured, the “economic slowdown” also is “threatening millions of people who have insurance” but are underinsured or are struggling to afford their premiums, copayments and other out-of-pocket expenses, the New York Times reports.