Patients are becoming aware of health systems' facility fees as they scrutinize their medical bills, according to The Daily Item.
Here are four observations:
1. Health systems collect facility fees to counterbalance the costs associated with hospital and outpatient clinic operations.
2. The fees often vary between organizations depending on offered services and procedures.
3. Organizations charge the fees for different purposes, from professional fees to equipment to general delivery of care.
4. Insurance sometimes covers facility fees.