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S2·E1 Crisis at General Hospital

Core Aired January 16, 1984

Synopsis

Investor-owned for-profit hospital chains are aggressively marketing themselves to treat only the insured or wealthy patient. But most Americans assume government and charity programs enable everyone -- no matter how poor -- to receive treatment for serious health problems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 2 Episode 1 of Frontline air?

Season 2, Episode 1 ('Crisis at General Hospital') originally aired on January 16, 1984.

How long is Season 2 Episode 1 ('Crisis at General Hospital')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Frontline.

What happens in Frontline Season 2 Episode 1?

Investor-owned for-profit hospital chains are aggressively marketing themselves to treat only the insured or wealthy patient. But most Americans assume government and charity programs enable everyone -- no matter how poor -- to receive treatment for serious health problems....