Sisters of Charity of Providence v. Glacier County

This appeal arises from an action filed by three physicians and the Sisters of Charity of Providence of Montana, who operate the Columbus Hospital in Great Falls, Montana, against Glacier County, Montana, and the Glacier County Welfare Board on their claims for medical services and hospitalization furnished to Mrs. Elizabeth Austin during 1969 and 1970. Plaintiffs allege Mrs. Austin was a medically indigent resident of Galcier County and the County was required to pay her medical and hospital bills. Glacier County denied any obligation to pay these claims.

The Sisters of Charity and the three…