Mercy Health to suspend coronavirus related statements and billing for patients

However, Mercy Health will bill insurance but will suspend patient statements until details are finalized with insurance companies, lab partners, as well as state and federal government.

The goal is to remove financial barriers to accessing care and treatment as communities deal with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a news release sent by Mercy Health on Monday.

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In addition, if a patient receives treatment related to the coronavirus, no upfront payments will be required at the time of service, according to the release.