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Finding Help for the High Costs of Cancer Care

Finding Help for the High Costs of Cancer Care 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

This article from the Philadelphia Enquirer contains valuable information about the high cost of cancer care and the options people have in managing those costs. The good news is more…

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Insurance companies to blame for 'surprise' medical bills: state report

Insurance companies to blame for 'surprise' medical bills: state report 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Are you paying more for healthcare even when using an in-network provider? A recent report from the Department of Financial Services in New York State found that an alarming amount…

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HHS Issues Regs on Insurance Rate Increase Disclosure and Review

HHS Issues Regs on Insurance Rate Increase Disclosure and Review 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Read about the regulations concerning the new Affordable Care Act. Insurers will now have to justify any large or significant rate increases. New proposed Affordable Care Act (ACA) regulations announced…

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If Healthcare Reform Fails: Fewer Well-Insured Patients Will Leave Doctors Hurting

If Healthcare Reform Fails: Fewer Well-Insured Patients Will Leave Doctors Hurting 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Is the current Medicare reimbursement method flawed?  It depends on your perspective, but one thing appears more and more apparent – the recent healthcare reform bill does not appear to…

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Hijacked, Stolen Health Care Reform: Why Health Care Costs Will Not Be Contained

Hijacked, Stolen Health Care Reform: Why Health Care Costs Will Not Be Contained 150 150 Medical Cost Advocate

Costs continue to rise even with the passage of landmark healthcare reform. Read the following article for an interesting take on outcomes of the new reform. John Greyman The passage…

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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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