Who is responsible for payment if an ambulance is called not at my request, but my employer during work hours?
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Who is responsible for payment if an ambulance is called not at my request, but my employer during work hours?
Several weeks ago suffered a brief hypoglycemic episode that was quickly rectified by immediate food intake. However my employer chose to request paramedics as a precaution. Treatment was declined as it was unnecessary/unneded by the time of their arrival, however I have still been billed for the ambulance visit.
As this occurred in the workplace, would I personally be responsible for payment of a service that I did not request or require?
Asked on July 24, 2018 under Personal Injury, Iowa
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Typically, if a person looks as though medical assistance is needed and an ambulance is called for them, then that the person is required to pay for it even though they did not want the medical care provided. Since this incident occurred at work, possibly your employer's worker's compensation policy will cover this medical expense. You should consult with your HR department about this.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Typically, if a person looks as though medical assistance is needed and an ambulance is called for them, then that the person is required to pay for it even though they did not want the medical care provided. Since this incident occurred at work, possibly your employer's worker's compensation policy will cover this medical expense. You should consult with your HR department about this.
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