Can a hospital refuse treatment if you have colon cancer with no money?

Under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), hospitals that receive Medicare funding are required to provide emergency care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. This includes screening and stabilizing the patient, as well as providing any necessary medical treatment.

If you have colon cancer and no money, you can still receive emergency care at a hospital that receives Medicare funding. The hospital is not allowed to refuse treatment or turn you away because of your inability to pay.

If you are being denied care because of your inability to pay, you should contact the hospital's patient advocate or administrator and request that they reconsider their decision. You can also file a complaint with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Here are some additional resources that can help you get the care you need:

* The National Cancer Institute: The NCI offers information on colon cancer and clinical trials, as well as financial assistance programs.

* The American Cancer Society: The ACS offers information on colon cancer and financial assistance programs, as well as free wigs and other resources.

* The Patient Advocate Foundation: The PAF offers free assistance to patients who are struggling with the cost of medical care.

If you have any questions about your rights as a patient or how to get the care you need, you can contact these organizations for more information.