Six days after my run-in with an out of control pea gravel bucket, I had to return to the hospital because of a painful, tender, swollen, multi-colored knee, leg, ankle, foot and toes. We were also concerned about possible blood clots and the need for something more powerful than basic ibuprofen and acetaminophen. After having blood drawn, an ultrasound and a hands-on examination, the verdict "hematoma of leg, right, sequela" which in English means "a right leg bruise which we've already seen you for".
The people at the hospital were very nice, treated us well and presented the VA with Hospital Charges of $2,479.00 with a medicalized list of services which in English meant blood drawn, an ultrasound and a hands-on examination. We're grateful that the VA or Medicare will negotiate with the Hospital and pay a lesser amount than the $2,479.
It will take some time for me to heal from my injury, considering that I am well down the list of patient patients or one who likes to sit and watch while others do the work. It will also take time for the bill to be resolved and our share of the amount due ( if any) as the guarantor and responsible party to be determined. Whenever I have had medical expenses outside the VA Health System, they have taken care of everything and we have not owed anything. One time, we did receive a bill from the Hospital in Fort Collins, and when I went in to pay it, the Hospital said we had a zero balance and owed them nothing. We have been well taken care of and always grateful for how we are provided for. Thank, You, Lord. You have it all figured out and under control.
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