How to Save Money on Medical Bills

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How to Save Money on Medical Bills
By - https//www.zdirect.care/
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• Americans are projected to spend more than
  4 trillion on medical expenses in 2020.
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• Thats trillion with a T.
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• And dont expect that number to fall anytime
  soon. It will actually go up in 2021. But there
  are a few things that are in your control when it
  comes to reducing healthcare costs.
• Direct Primary Care American Fork is one of
  the newest options to help keep costs low.
  Theres probably a DPC office near you in
  American Fork, UT. Here are a few easy ways to
  save money on medical bills in the upcoming year.

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Dont Miss Your Well Exams

• Many people dont see their doctor until
  there is a problem. But regular well exams are
  essential as they help catch any issues before
  they get serious. Visiting your doctor yearly or
  as needed if you have more health concerns saves
  you money by avoiding larger medical problems
  that require specialists, hospital stays or
  surgery.
• Direct Primary Care can save you tons of
  money by allowing you plenty of access to a
  primary care physician by appointment, online, or
  text. DPC is available in American Fork, UT and
  many other cities.

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Use Direct Primary Care

• Since seeing your primary care physician is so
  important, why not make that as easy as possible?
  With DPC, you pay a low monthly fee for unlimited
  doctor visits. Patients save money by cutting out
  the insurance middlemen.
• Doctors can charge lesser rates as their staff
  doesnt have to deal with the complications of
  traditional health insurance companies.

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Avoid Emergency Visits

• Sometimes emergency care is vital. But
  frequently, smaller health issues can be dealt
  with at your primary doctors office at a
  fraction of the price. Making an appointment
  rather than showing up at urgent care, or worse,
  the E.R. saves a great deal of money and time.
• Additionally, if you have a real emergency
  and need to get to the hospital, have someone
  drive you rather than riding in an ambulance.
  That trip alone may cost you 1,000! Be sure to
  use an affordable doctor such as a Direct Primary
  Care physician to keep healthcare costs as low as
  possible.

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Use Generic Medicine

• When filling prescriptions, always ask for
  the generic brand of drug. Generic drugs are just
  as effective as their name brand counterparts, at
  a fraction of the price. Some medications are
  free with specific insurance plans at major
  retailers such as Target, Kroger or Costco.
• Many people in American Fork and surrounding
  areas can save thousands of dollars a year by
  utilizing generic medicine. Your Direct Primary
  Care doctor will undoubtedly help you save money
  with prescriptions.

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Check Your Bill Carefully

• Medical bills can be long and complicated,
  but dont just whip out your credit card. Anytime
  you face large statements, such as for a surgery
  or hospital stay, ask for an itemized bill.
  Mistakes do happen, and sometimes there is a
  disconnect between nursing staff or departments
  within the hospital.
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• A thorough look at your bill will help weed
  out any obvious mistakes, and speak up if you see
  a discrepancy. For instance, occasionally,
  patients get charged for taking medicine that
  they brought from home rather than received from
  the facility.
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• Those looking for simple healthcare with no
  questions about billing should try Direct Primary
  Care. You cant get any more transparent than DPC!

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Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle

• Lastly, the best way to save money on
  healthcare expenses is to stay as healthy as
  possible. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables,
  limiting sugar and excess calories to maintain a
  healthy weight will go a long way towards
  avoiding medicine, surgery and long-term health
  issues.
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• Its also vital to get daily exercise to
  stay fit and limit pounds that creep on as we
  age. Being active can also help with flexibility,
  to avoid falls and possible sprains and breaks.
• Your Direct Primary Care physician is happy
  to work with you to create a healthy lifestyle
  plan, saving you money on medical bills.
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• Healthcare costs may be skyrocketing, but a
  few simple actions will help keep things
  affordable. Be sure to utilize your primary care
  doctor, such as at Direct Primary Care in
  American Fork, to stay as healthy as possible and
  save money on medical bills.