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Medical Price Roulette
Man drives five hours for surgery insurance won't cover
Around the country, middle-class Americans with high-deductible insurance plans are heading to dozens of cash-based surgery centers
Regulators want to change law after CBS News report
"After hearing about — and resolving — a recent issue, we know that if it could happen to one consumer, it could happen to others"
Even with insurance, woman hit with $40,000 in medical bills
When Molly McKenna went to a clinic in agonizing pain, doctors told her it was an emergency. Only later did she learn much of her treatment was out-of-network
Man hit with $650,000 in medical bills finally gets relief
Frank Esposito was hit with $650,000 in medical bills after his insurance company said his surgery didn't qualify as an emergency
Medical bills jump from $220 to $4,000 a month – for treatment her life depends on
"I was like, how is this even possible?" one patient said of the unpredictable charges
After her miscarriage, she needed two rounds of ultrasounds. Why did one cost 10 times more?
Medical prices vary greatly, even within the same city. "It's either unethical or dishonest," said one patient hit with a surprise bill
Back surgery saved him from paralysis. Then the bills arrived: over $650,000
Frank Esposito, a tool and die maker from Long Island, New York, drained $49,000 from his retirement account and still owes over $220,000
How to find out health care costs in advance
How much will that cost? Why did that cost so much? Always ask. Take notes, take names, take numbers
Ways to save on health care costs
ClearHealthCosts offers some practical tips to help you beat back your health care costs
How to read a medical bill or explanation of benefits
An insurance company's "explanation of benefits" often confuses matters more
What to do if you have concerns about health care pricing
CBS News correspondent Anna Werner and ClearHealthCosts CEO Jeanne Pinder share some advice in the Toyota Green Room
10 steps for appealing a claim or bill
So you got a huge bill, and you're sure there's been a mistake. Here's a step-by-step course of action
Appealing a claim denial, or how to turn "no" into "yes"
If your insurance company denied a treatment or a medication in advance, and you want help, here's where to start
CBS News investigates lack of transparency in health care prices
"Nothing about the United States' health care system really makes sense," one doctor said
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Planned Parenthood fights for Louisiana license
With some of the most restrictive abortion regulations in the country, Louisiana could potentially be left with just one abortion clinic. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN from Shreveport, Louisiana with details.
Case puts Louisiana abortion clinics at risk
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case involving Louisiana's restrictions on abortion providers. The law leaves the state's three abortion providers at risk of closure. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN from New Orleans with details.
Supreme Court to hear Louisiana abortion case
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to rule on a controversial abortion law in Louisiana. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN from New Orleans with details.
Kids with skin conditions gain confidence
The Houston-based organization A Children's House For The Soul helps children and teens with skin diseases build their confidence. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan met with three young women learning to be comfortable in their own skin.
Raising awareness on World Mental Health Day
Researchers are gaining a better understanding of what impacts our mental health. CBSN spoke with psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober about what contributes to changes in mental health, including social media and diet.
Bernie Sanders to release medical records
Senator Bernie Sanders spoke to reporters outside of his home in Burlington, Vermont, for the first time Tuesday since having a heart attack in Las Vegas last week. The Democratic presidential candidate was forced to suspend his rigorous campaign event schedule indefinitely. 2020 campaign reporter Cara Korte joins CBSN with the latest on Sanders' health and his plan to return to the campaign trail in this edition of the Daily Trail Markers.
World
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Probe into child porn site leads to 337 arrests in 38 countries
The Justice Department indicted the site's alleged operator, identified as a 23-year-old South Korean national
Kim Jong Un rode a horse up a sacred mountain. Does it mean anything?
South Korean media took Kim's trot on Mount Paektu as a possible sign of a change in tack, but he focused on his country's resistance to "ceaseless sanctions"
William and Kate visit melting glacier, call for climate action
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit remote region of Pakistan where they hear global warming has already put lives at risk
Parents of U.K. teen killed in crash felt ambushed during Trump meeting
British 19-year-old was killed in a traffic accident involving American who left the U.K. claiming diplomatic immunity
Turkey's leader rejects U.S. push for ceasefire in Syria
As Mike Pence heads to the region and congressional leaders head to the White House to discuss a possible ceasefire, Turkey's Erdogan rules it out
U.S.
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Community rallies behind homeless man to help him find a job
"He doesn't ask for anything. He just gives you a greeting and there's no way you can't greet him back and be grateful," one neighbor said
Classes canceled ahead of planned teachers strike in Chicago
Nearly 400,000 students impacted as nation's third-largest school district readies for walkout by educators
Cuban immigrant dies in ICE custody in Louisiana
The death is the second person to die in ICE custody this month
Blue Halloween buckets raise autism awareness
For some children with autism, trick-or-treating could be overwhelming, but blue pumpkins will let others know they are trying to enjoy the day
Marc Benioff on how Salesforce was able to "do well and do good"
In a new book, the billionaire says it's a story of shareholders and stakeholders
Politics
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Cuban immigrant dies in ICE custody in Louisiana
The death is the second person to die in ICE custody this month
Trump welcomes Stanley Cup champs to the White House
During a Rose Garden event, he commented on developments regarding Turkey
Trump repeatedly says Kurds are "not angels"
The president downplayed the crisis that followed his decision to pull out of Syria
Pelosi rebuffs calls for full House vote on impeachment inquiry
"There's no requirement that we have a vote, and so at this time, we will not be having a vote," Pelosi said.
Parents of U.K. teen killed in crash felt ambushed during Trump meeting
British 19-year-old was killed in a traffic accident involving American who left the U.K. claiming diplomatic immunity
Entertainment
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Paul Rudd on the challenges of playing opposite himself in new series
In the new Netflix series, "Living With Yourself," Rudd finds himself replaced by a better version of himself
William and Kate visit melting glacier, call for climate action
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit remote region of Pakistan where they hear global warming has already put lives at risk
Paul Rudd talks new Netflix series
Paul Rudd has become one of Hollywood's most beloved actors over his more than 25-year career. He's starred in everything from "Clueless", to hit comedies like "Anchorman" and "This Is 40." Now, Rudd stars opposite himself in a new Netflix series called "Living With Yourself." He portrays Miles, a man who is unhappy with his life and visits a spa, hoping to turn things around. In this clip, Miles returns home to find he has been replaced, by a better version of himself. Rudd joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the challenges of playing opposite himself.
Gina Rodriguez apologizes for singing n-word on Instagram
The video shows Rodriguez singing along to Lauryn Hill's verse in the Fugees hit "Ready or Not"
Pop star who decried online bullying found dead at her home
The body of Sulli, a former member of top girl group f(x), was discovered by her manager at her home on the outskirts of the capital, Seoul
Technology
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How to get up to $358 in the Yahoo data breach settlement
If you had an account with the portal between 2012 and 2016, you could be eligible for cash or free credit monitoring
Google debuts new Pixel 4 smartphone and more
The new phone boasts better facial recognition technology, a second camera lens, and motion-sensing technology
Blizzard says China had "no influence" in video gamer ban
Gaming company exec defends move to suspend Hearthstone player after he expressed support for Hong Kong protests
SpaceX makes push toward piloted test flight
Critical tests in the next few months must go well for Crew Dragon to carry out piloted test flight
NASA to launch satellite from 40,000 feet — from an airplane
The launch kicks off a $252 million mission to study Earth's electrically charged ionosphere
Science
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NASA shows off new spacesuits for moon mission
The new spacesuits offer improved mobility and flexibility over NASA's shuttle-era suits
First all-female spacewalk on tap this week
The historic outing will be the first by two female astronauts
After invasive fish found, Georgia tells anglers: Kill them ASAP
Georgia's Department of Natural Resources has a message for anglers: If you catch a northern snakehead, kill it immediately
Spacewalkers complete work swapping batteries
The spacewalk comes amid news Alexei Leonov, history's first spacewalker, has died at 85
NASA to launch satellite from 40,000 feet — from an airplane
The launch kicks off a $252 million mission to study Earth's electrically charged ionosphere
Health
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For men with breast cancer, early detection is critical
Breast cancer in men accounts for about 1% of all breast cancer cases – but the mortality rate is higher for men
Blue Halloween buckets raise autism awareness
For some children with autism, trick-or-treating could be overwhelming, but blue pumpkins will let others know they are trying to enjoy the day
41-year-old has stroke a month after hormone treatment for fatigue
In search of "fountain of youth," people are turning to popular hormone clinics. But are they safe?
Mormons urge Utah not to bar "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ minors
The church's stand is opposed by LGBTQ rights advocates, and the American Psychiatry Association and AMA, among others, also want the therapy banned
Taco Bell recalls 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef
Fast-food chain pulls meat used in burritos and tacos from restaurants in 21 states after customer complaints
MoneyWatch
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Classes canceled ahead of planned teachers strike in Chicago
Nearly 400,000 students impacted as nation's third-largest school district readies for walkout by educators
Marc Benioff on how Salesforce was able to "do well and do good"
In a new book, the billionaire says it's a story of shareholders and stakeholders
Michelin star quality meal delivery for folks on restrictive diets
Subscription meal-delivery service makes gluten-free food for people who suffer from a range of conditions
Appeals court reopens Trump hotel lawsuit
The lawsuit is one of several that accuses Mr. Trump of illegally profiting off the presidency through his businesses
Google debuts new Pixel 4 smartphone and more
The new phone boasts better facial recognition technology, a second camera lens, and motion-sensing technology
Crime
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Student suspended after rape-awareness note called bullying
A Maine sophomore posted the note in a bathroom reading, "There's a rapist in our school and you know who it is"
Probe into child porn site leads to 337 arrests in 38 countries
The Justice Department indicted the site's alleged operator, identified as a 23-year-old South Korean national
Former Fort Worth cop: "I'm afraid when I get stopped"
A white former police officer is out on bond after being arrested and charged with murder for shooting a black woman inside her Texas home
Prosecutors want 12 Cuba Gooding Jr. accusers to testify
New accusers have emerged as prosecutors seek to prove Gooding routinely groped women at bars without their consent
Family waiting for "the end of time" discovered in farm basement
The children reportedly had no idea that there were other people in the world
Space
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NASA shows off new spacesuits for moon mission
The new spacesuits offer improved mobility and flexibility over NASA's shuttle-era suits
First all-female spacewalk on tap this week
The historic outing will be the first by two female astronauts
Spacewalkers complete work swapping batteries
The spacewalk comes amid news Alexei Leonov, history's first spacewalker, has died at 85
The first human to walk in space has died
Alexei Leonov, a Soviet-era cosmonaut, was the first man to conduct a spacewalk in 1965 – an experience that almost killed him
SpaceX makes push toward piloted test flight
Critical tests in the next few months must go well for Crew Dragon to carry out piloted test flight
Latest Galleries
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Halloween comes early at New York Comic Con
The largest pop culture event on the East Coast drew hordes of sci-fi, fantasy, anime and comic book fans, many of whom came in disguises (or, in the case of some superheroes, discarded them)
NFL team owners, from richer to richest
The average NFL franchise is valued at $2 billion, so it should come as no surprise that most of the league's owners claim over $1 billion in net worth
The worst movies of the century
These are the lowest-rated films since 2000.
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped
The 50 most popular baby girl names
How many do you know?
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"The Faces of Family Separation"
CBS News takes viewers inside the real-life challenges facing migrant families split apart by the Trump administration's "Zero Tolerance" policy. The documentary provides an immersive look at the hotly debated issue through the eyes of those impacted the most — the fathers, mothers, sons and daughters separated and unaware when they'll see their family members again.
Cyntoia Brown-Long speaks out
Cyntoia Brown-Long is breaking her silence now that her new memoir is out. She was released from prison in August after serving 15 years of a life sentence for killing a man when she was 16. She says she was a victim of sex trafficking and acted in self-defense. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers spoke to her Tuesday night.
Planned Parenthood fights for Louisiana license
With some of the most restrictive abortion regulations in the country, Louisiana could potentially be left with just one abortion clinic. CBS News reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN from Shreveport, Louisiana with details.
Trump says Kurds are "not angels"
President Trump said Wednesday the Kurds are "not angels," as the U.S. withdraws troops from northern Syria and allows the Kurds to fend for themselves. The president, seated alongside his counterpart from Italy, said the move to pull troops was strategically "brilliant."
Community rallies behind homeless man
Johnell Johnson has slept on the same New York City stoop for more than a year, greeting every person that walks past him. To thank him for the smiles, neighbors rallied behind him, posting more than 100 flyers to try to find him a job.
