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Get an itemized medical bill and fact-check it
Do you really owe that much? Maybe not.
Dan Weissmann
Jan 26
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Extra: One BIG tip if you signed up for a 2023 Obamacare plan
Double-check to make sure “in-network” docs are really in-network. Like, call them. Today.
Dan Weissmann
Jan 10
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December 2022
Picking insurance (again)? We’ve got some updates
Still the same garbage system, but some glimmers of decent news
Dan Weissmann
Dec 8, 2022
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November 2022
First, see if you can get your medical bill forgiven
Lots of people qualify— but providers won’t always tell you, or make it easy.
Dan Weissmann
Nov 21, 2022
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October 2022
What *not* to do when you get a big medical bill
Don’t pay it right away, but don’t ignore it either.
Dan Weissmann
Oct 20, 2022
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May 2022
Programming note
We're slowing down a bit, for now.
Dan Weissmann
May 12, 2022
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Programming note
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April 2022
Your Turn: Share your tips and requests
We want your tips, questions and feedback on First Aid Kit.
Dan Weissmann
Apr 27, 2022
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I had COVID. Here’s what I learned.
With cases rising (again), here are some plan-ahead tips.
Dan Weissmann
Apr 12, 2022
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I had COVID. Here’s what I learned.
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March 2022
On avoiding a giant ER bill
Our best tips for the worst rip-off in health care
Dan Weissmann
Mar 31, 2022
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Fun updates: Buying drugs and insurance
You are not alone. Even the smartest experts get socked.
Dan Weissmann
Mar 16, 2022
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How to avoid (some of) the worst prescription-drug ripoffs
GoodRx, carefully considering Canada, and other tools can help…sometimes
Dan Weissmann
Mar 1, 2022
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February 2022
How to avoid over-paying for tests
You can often shop around and save money. It should be easier. It shouldn’t be necessary.
Dan Weissmann
Feb 16, 2022
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