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homegirl

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22. Six weeks ago

Sun Jan 26, 2025, 11:47 AM

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I had an exam and ekg at my cardiologists office. I never saw the doctor, the exam was administered by a tech. First surprise was in the reception room. MY co pay has always been $15.00, it was $45.00. Last week I received a bill for $15.89, here's the breakdown:
TOTAL BILLED $487.00
INSURANCE ADJUSTED $332.06
INSURANCE PAID $94.00
TOTAL POST INSURANCE $60.89
CO PAY $60.89

*So, the copay of $45.00 I paid at the time has been increased by $15.89 for a total of out of pocket for me of $60.89.

PAST TIME FOR A CLASS ACTION CASE AGAINST THE HEALTH CARE INSURERS!!!

PS: My heart is in perfect condition!

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