This is why we need an open and transparent system where costs are published up front and out in the open for everyone to view and price shop. Enforce existing laws and prices drop 80% or more. That enables more people access to actual care at affordable prices and in cases of charity work like showboat is talking about the dollars can be stretched further and able to do more good for those in need.

It's beyond me why anyone fights open and transparent pricing and true competition in this sector unless they are in on the skim and don't want the gravy taken away.