You tell F.F. that radiology called, and you let him know what time the lithotripsy procedure is scheduled
for on the next day. He looks at you, panicked, and says, "If that doesn't work, will they do surgery? I can't
do that.
I don't have any insurance. This is costing me so much already."
How will you respond?
• Tell him that if this is not treated appropriately, it can completely obstruct his kidney with a longrange effect on his health. Inform him that this condition cannot be ignored, and the longer he
waits, the more it is going to cost.
• Reassure him that difficulty with affordable health care is an increasingly common problem
and that he will not be denied care that is necessary. The hospital would also have a financial
representative who is experienced in facilitating reasonable payment options.
• The hospital social worker can meet with him to explore financial resources that are available, such
as options with the Affordable Care Act.
• If he insists on leaving, explain the conseq
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