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Doctors tack on 'a la carte' fees for patients
Doctors tack on 'a la carte' fees for patients 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

It appears that physicians are now charging ‘a la carte’ fees for services not traditionally covered by insurance or Medicare. The extra fees mean greater out-of-pocket costs for consumers. Read…

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Medical Costs Rise 7.8 Percent in 2010 for Family of Four: Milliman
Medical Costs Rise 7.8 Percent in 2010 for Family of Four: Milliman 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Healthcare Financial News Medical costs are on the rise again in 2010. Read the article and then go to the report from Milliman that details the rise in costs for…

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Study says companies expect health reform to raise costs
Study says companies expect health reform to raise costs 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Many employers are worried that the new healthcare reform will raise the cost of care and that the increased cost will be passed on to employees. Read more. THE ASSOCIATED…

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Increase in health tests, procedures is raising costs in frugal Utah
Increase in health tests, procedures is raising costs in frugal Utah 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

The rising cost of healthcare is everywhere. Even in small town communities, where spending tends to be small or limited, people can’t avoid the increase in healthcare costs.  What’s driving…

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Study says US cancer costs almost double in 20 years – but not because of pricey treatments
Study says US cancer costs almost double in 20 years – but not because of pricey treatments 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Here’s some news that’s probably not too surprising: Cancer costs have doubled over the past twenty years. As with any serious disease, usually the drugs and the various treatment associated…

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Americans Losing Confidence In Healthcare
Americans Losing Confidence In Healthcare 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Confused about healthcare reform? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. It seems that the majority of Americans are also confused. Read the following article and review the survey to find out…

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Majority of Americans confused about health care
Majority of Americans confused about health care 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

More than a month after the passing of landmark healthcare reform, Americans are confused more than ever over the legislation; some are down right angry. A recent poll by Kaiser…

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Report says health care will cover more, cost more
Report says health care will cover more, cost more 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

A recent report says that healthcare costs will continue to rise even though landmark reform has been passed. There are some positive points; Medicare premiums are predicted to decrease and…

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Preventive care key to slowing health costs
Preventive care key to slowing health costs 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Dr. James Proodian Read the latest about health care reform. Wellness and its effects on reducing chronic illness needs to be addressed if we want to start reducing the ever growing cost of health…

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Study: Riskier surgeries for back pain raise costs
Study: Riskier surgeries for back pain raise costs 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

A recent study reveals that certain surgeries are leading to increased costs without producing better and healthy outcomes.  In fact, the article suggests that certain surgeries may be performed too…

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