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Boyfriend in several pain and can't move, can't afford hospital. no insurance, burning in left buttock. bad fall 2 days ago?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Go to ER: If show up they have to treat you with or without Ins. Speak with the Social Worker to help you get set up with the ACA to pay for the care.

Answered 2/11/2015

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No coverage- Canada?: Really? I thought everyone was covered in Canada by National Health Care plan. Sounds like there may be an acute traumatic injury & don't see how a hospital can refuse treatment in such a case. I'm sure a payment plan can be worked out, no? ER's don't collect full fees on the spot in Canada do they? How about an Urgent Care Center? Much less expensive...Free Clinic anywhere? Academic Centers?

Answered 12/24/2014

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