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In the United States, an emergency room visit costs $2,200 on average, according to research done by UnitedHealth, the largest insurance carrier in the U.S. Since the actual price you pay out of pocket will depend on how severe your condition is as well as what diagnostic tests and treatments you undergo, a visit to the emergency room can sometimes exceed these prices.
Zoloft and Prozac belong to a family of medications called Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) and work by increasing the amount of serotonin in the brain. Differences between the two medications include the age groups they are approved for and their uses. The cost for sertraline, the generic version of Zoloft, is about $40.
As a healthy, young adult, you may not think health insurance is entirely necessary. However, it's important to have coverage so that you don't avoid or put off the care you need, especially if an emergency occurs. In this article, we dissect the many health insurance options for young adults to consider in 2021, from catastrophic plans to health insurance alternatives.
Prescription drugs can be very expensive in the United States, whether you're insured or uninsured. Many of the most expensive drugs on the market are known as "break-through" therapies, in which they treat a serious or life-threatening condition. Zolgensma is the most expensive drug in the U.S.
Urgent care facilities and primary care physicians treat similar health conditions. If you are managing a chronic condition and can get an appointment with a primary care physician, that may be a good option for you. If you need care after hours, on the weekends, or cannot get an appointment with a doctor, you can seek care at urgent care facilities as well.
Many independent workers (35%) go without health insurance because of the high costs associated with premiums. Without insurance, the price for an urgent care visit can vary as much as three times. These numbers are even higher in cities such as New York.
Although a doctor's visit can be costly if you don't have insurance, there are ways to see your doctor at an affordable price. Some ways include utilizing government benefits, using free clinics, or community health centers. The out-of-pocket cost for a doctor's visit ranges between $70 - $250, but oftentimes it is much more than this due to additional testing, procedures, and administrative fees.
According to the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development, Americans spend, on average, about $1,200 each year on prescription drugs. The most popular prescription drugs range in cost from $12.41- $97.57. However, there is a lack of price transparency regarding the cost of prescription drugs, making it difficult for consumers to know how much their medications will cost out of pocket.
Telemedicine is a means of practicing medicine by using technology, allowing patients to receive care without leaving their homes. Telemedicine is oftentimes used for basic care like dermatology, psychotherapy, colds, flu, sore throats, and more. The cost of telemedicine is often more affordable than traditional care but not all illnesses can be diagnosed remotely.
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On Monday, June 3rd, my colleagues and I took a trip to The Richard H. Hungerford School for our first-ever flashchat with a Special Olympics Athlete and a special-needs classroom. It was a winning flashchat for all involved!