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Law in Your Life #56: Medical Bills

Medical expenses are some of the most costly to pay - especially for the uninsured. What you may not know is that hospitals typically overcharge for services, or bill you for services that were not performed. What else should you know when dealing with mounting medical debt? Law in Your Life host Angela Wilson sits down with attorney Larry Ferguson to learn more.

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HIPPA

HIPPA is a government regulation to protect your medical information. When you visit the doctor, or are admitted into the hospital, you must sign a HIPPA form authorizing others to have access to your medical records. (Read more)

The Missouri Bar offers a free downloadable HIPPA form (PDF) that you can fill out at home while discussing medical issues with relatives.