Los Angeles County announced its $2 billion Medical Debt Relief Program aimed at helping low-income residents settle past-due bills.
“The launch of this program is a critical step forward in ensuring that those receiving critical medical services do not find themselves experiencing financial harm associated with not being able to afford care,” said Dr. Barbara Ferrer, Director of LA County Department of Public Health.
LA County residents exceeded $2.9 billion in medical debt in 2022, roughly $300 million more than the year…
