A show about why health care costs so freaking much, and what we can (maybe) do about it. Hosted by award-winning reporter... more
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COVID testing—the kind they send to a lab— is supposed to be free in the U.S. But it’s never been... more
An Arm and a Leg wraps up a big year, and some of the team takes a moment to reflect.... more
Who’s making a buck: rapid test edition. Rapid, at-home COVID tests are pretty much essential if you want to see... more
Health insurance is like some medieval horror, says law professor Jackie Fox. But, funny thing: She also says insurance fights are... more
We kick off with a wild ride: How one journalist almost got roped into a scam.While hunting for a new... more
When Mattew Lientz needed surgery to save his life, his insurance wouldn’t cover it. Enter: Laurie Todd, the Insurance Warrior.... more
In 2005, Laurie Todd needed surgery to save her life. Her insurance company had no intention of paying for it.... more
Yup. A Stanford professor measured it. So… we should probably learn how they actually make money, understand their incentives. Here’s... more
Hospitals in Maryland were suing patients over bills that should’ve been forgiven.It wasn’t illegal. Until now. How a coalition changed... more
Manny Lanza died because he didn't have insurance. His parents fought back, with help from New York’s favorite tabloid. After... more