Shop Around for Health Services
Just as with any major purchase, shopping around for health services can help consumers save.
A growing number of websites exist to help prospective patients estimate what their out-of-pocket expenses will be before seeing a doctor about a condition, and experts say healthcare consumers are increasingly using the information to negotiate terms with doctors or demand more transparency before they are saddled with big bills for procedures.
Check nonprofit sites such as Fair Health Consumer or state-run sites to start your research. Compare data from multiple sources to make sure you’re getting the most accurate information.
