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Friday, April 27, 2012
Shots - Health News
Nonprofit Hospitals Faulted For Stinginess With Charity Care
April 27, 2012 KHNNonprofit hospitals pay no federal, state, or local taxes. In return, they are expected to offer a community benefit, including free and discounted care for low-income patients. But a study by the Congressional Budget Office found that, on average, not-for-profits are providing only slightly more uncompensated care than for-profit hospitals.