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Patients are being hit with surprise prepayment demands at top hospitals like Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins—sometimes thousands of dollars upfront—before even receiving care, turning medical visits into financial traps. With rising deductibles and unclear policies, people are forced to choose between canceling appointments or going broke, especially when they’ve traveled or taken time off work. This trend is making healthcare less accessible, forcing patients to self-insure while institutions grab cash before they can say no.

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