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Old 12-30-2009, 11:22 PM   #1609
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Originally Posted by Clodfobble View Post
Of course, the reality is we will still treat the uninsured who show up at the ER, even if they haven't paid their yearly penalties. So as long as your brother is cool with having to declare bankruptcy after the fact if he does need an emergency procedure, then yes, his logic makes sense for his situation.
Consider also that after declaring bankruptcy, if you have another catastrophic medical emergency within 6-7 years, you cant declare bankruptcy again and you should expect to have some percent of your wages garnished...or you can hire a lawyer and fight it.
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