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    Default Unrequested ER Visit

    I was admitted for one night in the ER at a Nevada hospital . I had too much to drink (new years eve in las vegas) and woke up in the ER. I didn't remember being admitted. I believe someone from the casino called paramedics who took me to the ER for alcohol intoxication.

    They did a stomach pump for the alcohol and a CT scan--because I had apparently bumped my cheek and it was swollen.

    As soon as I woke up I told the nurse I had no insurance, did not want any treatment, and left. I was fine (other than a bit hungover) and I honestly think they did a lot more than was necessary.

    I did not ask for treatment or sign any documents at the time I was admitted (although I would not have been in a proper state of mind to have done so if requested). The only thing I signed upon leaving was a document saying I was leaving against doctor's advice.

    They are now billing me $12,000 for the procedures. I have no insurance and can't afford to pay it. Am I liable considering I never contracted for the services before they were performed? If I don't pay could they damage my credit even though there was no contract?

    Thanks,
    Michael

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    Default Re: Unrequested ER Visit

    Mike, obviously there was some reason that you were carried into the emergency room.

    Because you created a public emergency of some kind, then you are responsible for your own care.

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    Default Re: Unrequested ER Visit

    You must have been in very bad shape. The bill suggests that you spent the night in the ICU.

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