Humana of Alabama, Inc. v. Rice

Humana of Alabama, Inc., d/b/a North Alabama Hospital, defendant below, appeals from a verdict and judgment rendered against it and in favor of Elvin P. Rice, plaintiff below, in the amount of $3,850. We reverse.

On August 8, 1977 the plaintiff, Elvin P. Rice, was admitted to the North Alabama Hospital in Russellville, Alabama, which is owned and operated by Humana of Alabama, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "hospital"). Mr. Rice remained in the hospital four days and was discharged on August 12, 1977. His total bill was $1,195.00.

The plaintiff was covered by two group health insurance…