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We’ll have to stay vigilant about enforcing those rights. Here’s the plan.

Jan 19

GoodRx, carefully considering Canada, and other tools can help…sometimes

Mar 1

You can weed out the real loser plans by running two different scenarios.

Nov 16, 2021

Our best tips for the worst rip-off in health care

Mar 31

You can often shop around and save money. It should be easier. It shouldn’t be necessary.

Feb 16

With cases rising (again), here are some plan-ahead tips.

Apr 12

The bad news: It’s possible to get socked with a four-figure bill. The good news: It’s possible to avoid that.

Jan 5

Here's how to get some idea of what you'll be charged for a health care encounter. Plus, more caveats, of course.

Feb 2

You are not alone. Even the smartest experts get socked.

Mar 16

Insurance companies are terrible at their job. We pay for their incompetence.

Dec 7, 2021

HMO? PPO? TBH it's like alphabet soup out there. We've got the dictionary you need.

Nov 23, 2021

We're slowing down a bit, for now.

May 12

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