Patients Hospitalized For COVID-19 This Year Could Pay Thousands Of Dollars, Study Suggests

Health insurance companies often waived co-pays, deductibles and other cost-sharing for those hospitalized with COVID-19. last year. However, now these costs have been lifted, meaning that Americans who get seriously ill from COVID-19 may face thousands of dollars in bills. These findings highlight the importance for policymakers and people who have yet to be vaccinated.