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flag Runner hit by car receives surprise $12,872.99 ambulance bill from out-of-network provider.

flag In July 2023, 25-year-old runner Jagdish Whitten was hit by a car in San Francisco, sustaining minor injuries. flag Despite doctor's advice to use an ambulance, he opted for a friend's ride to a hospital. flag Later transferred by ambulance to a trauma center, he received a $12,872.99 bill due to the ambulance being out-of-network. flag Anthem Blue Cross denied his claim, citing lack of pre-authorization. flag This situation is common; 80% of ground ambulances are out-of-network, leading to surprise bills.

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