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HOW
MUCH MEDICAL SERVICES REALLY COST
Often, healthcare consumers don't have a clear
understanding of just how much medical services cost.
For many years, health plans insulated members from the
true cost of these services by making payments directly to doctors or
hospitals.
Did you know...
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The national average cost of an MRI is nearly $2,000
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Heart bypass surgery costs about $57,000
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The average cost of a 30-day prescription of one name
brand drug is $71 compared to $22 for the generic equivalent
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National healthcare expenditures are expected to
nearly double over the next 10 years 4
Knowing what you're spending and keeping an eye on healthcare costs are
important parts of keeping healthcare affordable for all of us. Here are
some things we can all do to make a difference:
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Ask for FDA-approved generic drugs instead of more
expensive name brands
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Make sure you're getting the right treatment, and
always ask your doctor if you have any questions
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Review all medical bills for accuracy, and ask about
any costs that you don't recognize or understand
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