The medically uninsured may wait until their illness reaches a critical stage before going to the hospital for admittance or emergency care. Hospitals in the U.S. provide how much of these uncompensated, or "free," health care services per year?

A) about $6 billion
B) about $12 billion
C) about $40 billion
D) about $65 billion

Medically Uninsured

Individuals who do not have health insurance coverage, making them potentially financially vulnerable to high medical costs.

Uncompensated Health Care

Medical services provided to individuals without receiving payment or with partial payment, often resulting in financial loss for the care provider.

Emergency Care

Medical services provided for sudden or urgent health conditions requiring immediate attention.