Cleveland Clinic's Florida Expansion Sparks Surprise Fees
Patients in Florida have been surprised by additional 'facility fees' charged by the Cleveland Clinic for outpatient visits, which can significantly increase their medical bills, despite the clinic's claims that these fees support higher standards of outpatient care. The fees are part of a broader trend where hospitals charge for routine outpatient services, often not fully covered by insurance, leading to financial strain for many patients.