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More than $6.5 billion in medical debt relieved through NC program

More than $6.5 billion in medical debt relieved through NC program

Update: 2025-10-14
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More than $6.5 billion in medical debt has been relieved for more than 2.5 million North Carolinians over the past year, through a program set up by the state and paid for with federal funds. Governor Josh Stein called it "life changing news for so many families." WRAL state government reporter Will Doran explains how it came together, it's impact on individuals and hospitals and how the policy is designed to continue to reduce debt burden for years to come.

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More than $6.5 billion in medical debt relieved through NC program

More than $6.5 billion in medical debt relieved through NC program