Tag: medical bills
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Who Denied Your Claim? Here’s Why Knowing Matters
So, you’ve found yourself in the delightful position of having your insurance claim denied. Fantastic. Now you’re gearing up to appeal, and you’re thinking, “Hey, maybe I should ask for the credentials of the genius who made this decision.” Smart move. Let’s dive into why this matters and how to wield this information like a…
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For When Your Doctor Wants to Charge for Insurance Appeals
Dealing with a doctor who charges for the time spent writing appeals to an insurance company can be tricky, but here’s a breakdown of the situation and some potential solutions: Is this a common practice? Charging for time spent on insurance appeals is not standard practice, but it does happen. Many doctors believe their time…
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Strategies for Getting an Insurance Quote Before Treatment
Getting a price quote from insurance companies before a procedure can be challenging, but there are some strategies to try: Why Insurance Can’t Always Provide Exact Costs Insurance companies often struggle to give exact estimates due to: If the insurance company claims they can’t provide a quote even with the provider and procedure code, here’s…
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Why Paying Cash for Healthcare Sometimes Beats Using Insurance
Let’s be real: health insurance is supposed to make healthcare more affordable, but sometimes using your insurance can cost you more than paying cash. If you’re like most millennials, you’re trying to make every dollar count, and sometimes that means rethinking when to whip out your insurance card. Here are a few examples of when…
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The No Surprises Act: Your Lifeline Against Outrageous Medical Bills
Ever find yourself staring at a medical bill thinking, “Wait, what is this, a car payment?” Yeah, same. Enter the No Surprises Act (NSA) of 2022, the hero we didn’t know we needed until healthcare bills decided to moonlight as highway robbery. So, what is this act, why should you care, and, most importantly, how…
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Get What’s Yours in Healthcare: A Rough-and-Tumble Guide
Buckle up, because this ride is as smooth as driving a clown car with square wheels. But don’t sweat it, I’m here to make it a little less painful and a lot more manageable. Here’s the scoop on how to wrangle healthcare like the badass you are. 1. Know Your Options, Baby. First off, when…
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