The novel coronavirus, which originated in Wuhan, China, has spread to more than 100 other countries, including the US.

While CDC testing for coronavirus is free, a hospital trip and other procedures to rule out coronavirus can still cost thousands of dollars.

But avoiding the doctor for financial reasons could potentially amplify the spread of the virus.

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Coronavirus is putting Americans' physical and financial health at risk.

The outbreak originated in Wuhan, China, and so far has killed more than 4,000 people and infected more than 116,000. The virus, which causes a disease known as COVID-19, has spread to more than 100 other countries. Most of the deaths have occurred in mainland China, but 900 deaths have been reported elsewhere, including 28 in the US.

While the virus has a global death rate of 3.4%, experts predict that will get lower as more cases are reported. That's because the virus is, for most people, non-lethal.

But it does have the potential to wipe out the savings of some everyday Americans who are struggling to afford medical costs. A trip to the ER or urgent care for coronavirus can set them back by thousands of dollars, to the point of bankruptcy, but avoiding treatment for financial reasons could potentially amplify the spread of the virus.

Here are 11 facts that show the new financial crisis that getting coronavirus treatment could create for the typical American.