Minneapolis mother hit with $24K bill for allergy test -- why US patients face massive bills for routine care

Minneapolis mother hit with $24K bill for allergy test -- why US patients face massive bills for routine care
Kaitlin Johnson faced a $24,000 bill for allergy testing, leading to a long battle to reduce it. Many patients are surprised by inflated medical bills, often due to hospitals' facility fees. The rise in hospital-affiliated clinics and inadequate insurance reimbursements contribute to this issue.