Inspira Waiving Co-Pays For Furloughed Government Workers

Inspira Health is waiving out-of-pocket costs for furloughed federal workers and their family members as the longest federal government shutdown in American history drags on, the health care system announced.

The waiver is in effect for emergency rooms and urgent care centers across Inspira’s network effective Thursday, Jan. 24. Patients will be asked to show government ID upon arrival.

Hospital-based physicians providing emergency, radiology, pathology and anesthesia services are also waiving out-of-pocket costs for these visits. The health care system is also waiving monthly membership Fitness Connection fees for furloughed federal workers during the shutdown.

“We strive every day to take care of our community, in our community - and we hope that this waiver can help alleviate some financial burdens for furloughed employees in our shared home in South Jersey,” Inspira Health President and CEO John DiAngelo said. “Access to care is a pillar of Inspira’s mission, and we are committed to providing relief during this time so those affected can seek the critical medical care they need.”

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