Re:Bike crash left Spokane man unconscious, so his Apple Wat...
by neuronic on Wednesday September 25, 2019 @03:24AM
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There are countries where people don't get fined for calling an ambulance due to personal financial damage. Even though misuse happens, it's minuscule compared to the benefit of general healthcare and not having to pay thousands of dollars for getting critical help.
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Re:Bike crash left Spokane man unconscious, so his Apple Wat...
by benj111 on Wednesday September 25, 2019 @06:20AM
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I'm from the UK, so no I wouldn't have to pay (I don't think?) As far as I understand free ambulances are fairly unusual though. I can see either insurance companies not wanting to pay out in these situations, or govts charging in these situations.