My wife was a CNA in 2 of the cities larger hospitals, and a home health care provider for about 12 years. She got out of that part of the medical field because she saw that most hospitals don't care about the patient as an individual, but as income for the hospital. Charged the patient for everything, and at costs that are well above the retail cost. One example is a patient that was charged $5 for a pair of bootie socks. Hospital execs are making lots of money at the expense of the patient.
I understand that the cost of medical equipment is going up, but to charge extreme prices for every day items like socks, toothpaste, shampoo, etc... is absurd in all honesty. Go to Wal-Mart/SAM'S and buy the stuff in bulk there to reduce costs.
I agree with kmf563 100% about those that save and change peoples lives being underpaid.