Medical Costs Toolkit



How to Look Up Prices at Your Hospital, if They Exist

This year, some Americans can do something that was previously impossible: look up the price of care before going to the hospital. A new federal rule requires hospitals to post the prices they negotiate with...

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How to Avoid a Surprise Bill for Your Coronavirus Test

More Americans are getting tested for coronavirus than ever before — and that could mean more surprise medical bills. Congress wrote rules in March that aimed to make coronavirus testing free for all Americans. Patients,...

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6 Ways to Save Money on Prescription Drugs

The cost of prescription drugs in the U.S. has long caused frustration and, worse, presented financial barriers for some consumers. According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, the average American pays $1,200 per...

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10 Ways to Keep Your Health Care and Insurance Affordable 

According to the 2018 enrollment report, 11.8 million individuals signed up or renewed through the marketplace for 2018 coverage through HealthCare.gov marketplace. We’ve all heard varying reports about how healthcare may change or is changing under Trumpcare,...

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How Seniors Can Avoid Medical Debt

The opening of health plan enrollment under the Affordable Care Act has many Americans over the age of 65 thinking of and planning for their medical expenses and procedures. For many seniors, the process of...

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Don’t Toss Those Expired Drugs

That Drug Expiration Date May Be More Myth Than Fact. Hospitals and pharmacies are required to toss expired drugs, no matter how expensive or vital. Meanwhile the FDA has long known that many remain safe...

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Shop to Save Money on Health Care

How to avoid unwelcome surprises   1. Understand your health insurance. OK, it’s not a fun read, but it pays to familiarize yourself with the rules and cost-sharing features of your health plan. How much is...

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Medical Pricing Guide

Nationwide Marketplace with Medical Costs Never Overpay For Healthcare Again.  Compare prices for today’s most commonly performed medical procedures from over 17,000 medical facilities nationwide for free! Check out the Medical Pricing Guide to know...

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