Major right wing, high dollar "we make our own rules" institution. I'm from that region. Trust me on that one.
I agree with you and don't think many are aware of just how high the 'white wall' is, but I also have to say that, in my experience, the majority of health workers are sincere and diligent, from janitor to surgeon. I must also say that I get my healthcare at the VA and have been satisfied with that even though it is basically socialized medicine. I have been in discussions when people brought up the low standards of socialized medicine and think that it's better than nothing.