How to Keep Medical Bills From Taking Over ~ Somebody Heal Me by Diana Lee
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Tuesday, November 25, 2008

How to Keep Medical Bills From Taking Over

For many of us living with chronic illness means tenuous financial stability and the ever present fear that a deluge of medical debt may one day overtake us.

In a new article Newsweek Magazine offers seven valuable tips for avoiding medical debt. It is impossible for most of us to completely avoid medical bills, but having a little extra knowledge on how to navigate the system can help.

Seven Ways to Keep Medical Bills Under Control

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2 comments:

Megan Oltman said...

Thanks for the link, Diana! These are very good, practical suggestions. The biggest one I take away is don't be afraid to ask - I have had the experience of doctors offering a discounted rate when I told them I was out of work - if I hand' said anything, they wouldn't have offered!
- Megan

Amrapali said...

Diana the tips on the link are simply great. Handling medical debts can actually get more stressful than facing illness!

DISCLAIMER: Nothing on this site constitutes medical or legal advice. I am a patient who is engaged and educated and enjoys sharing my experiences and news about migraines, pain and depression. Please consult your own health care providers for advice on your unique situation.

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