CHAFA: Helping Floridians with Medical Bills Medical bills can be a major financial burden, especially for those who are uninsured or underinsured. In Florida, the average uninsured person spends $10,239 per year on medical expenses. This can lead to debt, bankruptcy, and even homelessness. CHAFA (Consumer Healthcare Advocacy Foundation of America) is a nonprofit organization that helps Floridians with medical bills. We offer a variety of resources, including: Financial assistance: We can help you find programs that can help you pay for your medical bills, such as Medicaid, Medicare, and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Debt relief: We can help you negotiate with your creditors to lower your medical bills or get them discharged in bankruptcy. Legal assistance: We can connect you with an attorney who can help you fight for your rights if you have been denied coverage or have been treated unfairly by a healthcare provider. We understand that medical bills can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. That's why we're here to help. We'll work with you to find the resources you need to get the financial assistance you deserve. How to Get Help with Medical Bills If you're struggling to pay your medical bills, there are a few things you can do to get help: Contact your healthcare provider. Many providers have financial assistance programs that can help you pay for your bills. Apply for government assistance. There are a number of government programs that can help you pay for medical expenses, such as Medicaid, Medicare, and CHIP. Contact a nonprofit organization. There are a number of nonprofit organizations that can help you with medical bills, such as CHAFA. Talk to a bankruptcy attorney. If you're unable to pay your medical bills, you may want to consider filing for bankruptcy. A bankruptcy attorney can
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