Exposing the Dark Truth: The Multibillion-Dollar Industry of Medical Debt Collection in America

Imagine falling sick without wealth, only to face a barrage of lawsuits, wage garnishment, home foreclosure, and even jail time. This is the grim reality many Americans face today, simply for the “crime” of getting sick. But who are the real profiteers behind this aggressive medical debt collection system?

In his latest book, “Your Money or Your Life,” emergency physician and historian Luke Messac delves into the devastating consequences of medical debt on patients and doctors alike. By interweaving patient stories with a background of law, finance, and medicine, Messac exposes the multibillion-dollar industry that has eroded patient trust in the medical system.

The Alarming Consequences of Medical Debt Collection

• Lawsuits and wage garnishment, leaving families in financial ruin
• Home foreclosure, forcing people out of their homes
• Jail time, punishing those who are already vulnerable

The fight against aggressive medical debt collection has united people from all corners of the political spectrum. However, to truly protect the sick from financial catastrophe, we must understand how we got here.

A Call to Rethink the Purpose of Modern Healthcare

With wit and clarity, “Your Money or Your Life” challenges us to question the very foundation of our healthcare system. Who does it truly serve? Is it designed to heal and protect, or to enrich a select few?

Join the conversation and discover the disturbing truth behind medical debt collection in America. Learn how we can work together to create a more compassionate and equitable healthcare system for all.

Book Details:

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: October 4, 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9780197676639, 9780197676646