Another Story About Dumb People

Another frustrating story on how dumb bureaucratic practices as a hospital cost someone their life.

This isn't really an issue of insurance so much as pure stupidity. And is it just me, or aren't hospitals supposed to perform live saving procedures even if it isn't covered by insurance? Especially on a young person. They ought to be sued for malpractice in this case.

Also - does anyone honestly believe this type of stupidity goes away with universal coverage? You can't legislate around dumb people or mistakes. They're going to happen.