University of Washington study reveals financial impacts of surgery

 A recent study from the University of Washington School of Medicine reveals a national snapshot of the ways Americans are vulnerable to financial insecurity after undergoing medical procedures. 

Surveys showed that about 38% of people who undergo surgery in the United States report experiencing financial hardship after surgery – meaning they have incurred medical debt and have difficulty paying medical bills, or they delay medical care for fear of cost. 

John Scott is a trauma surgeon and researcher who studies health policy at the University of Washington. He joins us to discuss his findings.

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