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Negotiate your way to a lower medical bill

Posted at 3:08 PM, Feb 19, 2020
and last updated 2020-02-19 15:08:17-05

RICHMOND, Va. – Medical debt is a leading cause of bankruptcy in the United States, according to the American Public Health Association. Phil Umansky, Ph.D. of the Virginia Society of CPAs visited Virginia This Morning to discuss an important topic for many people – how to negotiate down a costly medical bill. From requesting an itemized bill to double checking for duplicate charges, he provided ways you can try to lessen the burden. For more information, click here.