Tag: medical billing

Finding Peace of Mind Through The Health Justice Clinic

Melinda Kruger, a volunteer and board secretary at Kinship Community Food Center in Milwaukee, WI, often supports individuals navigating eviction, addiction, and complex bureaucratic systems. But in 2025, she found herself benefiting from support alongside one of her community members. Kirsten* had experienced what Melinda described as a “terrible reversal of fortune.” Her husband, who …

Shining a light on suprise medical billing

Millions of Americans struggle to pay medical bills, with over 20% of Wisconsinites reporting having a past due medical bill.  Frustrating the situation are “surprise medical bills,” or charges billed when a person with insurance receives care from an out-of-network provider. This happens either by mistake, because the provider is practicing in an in-network facility, …