With the flu epidemic, it's more so this year. Presumably, being busier is what a hospital's all about. Just how much extra money will flow to hospital coffers is hard to estimate. Hospitals receive reimbursement for care through a variety of channels. Sometimes those payments cover the full cost of care, sometimes just a portion.
Most hospitals provide a certain amount of charity care as well.
It could be months before we see reimbursement from all these additional patients. Depending on our insurance mix, it will take us a while to realize where we are revenue-wise. Earliest info on new businesses, homeowners Sales Prospecting Center Real info, real opportunities. HireSanJose Fill an opening, find a job Internet Directory Local businesses on the web Legal Center Hundreds of business legal tools Office Products Special deals on equipment, supplies.