Orlando Health's costs include caring for nine of the victims who died shortly after arriving at Orlando Regional, the Orlando Sentinel reported.
Florida Hospital declined to bill the victims' insurance and will cover all costs of care. The hospital estimates that will cost $525,400, a spokeswoman said.
Florida Hospital President and CEO Daryl Tol said in a prepared statement, "It was incredible to see how our community came together in the wake of the senseless Pulse shooting. We hope this gesture can add to the heart and goodwill that defines Orlando."
Orlando Health has looked to state and federal funds, private insurance, disability insurance, Florida's crime victim compensation program and charity care to help its patients, spokeswoman Kena Lewis said.
David Strong, president and CEO of Orlando Health, “The Pulse shooting was a horrendous tragedy for the victims, their families, and our entire community. During this very trying time, many organizations, individuals and charities have reached out to Orlando Health to show their support. This is simply our way of paying that kindness forward.”
Mario Lopez, 34, an uninsured victim of the shooting, faced a bill exceeding $20,000 for his medical treatment. He told the Orlando Sentinel, “I just went out for a fun night with friends. No one expected this to happen. My life was turned upside down, and then I had to worry about how I was going to pay back the hospital."
