What the ‘No Surprises Act’ Means For Your Medical Bills
A huge piece of legislation just made health insurance way more transparent.
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What We Discovered About Our Health in 2021
From mental health to skin care, the research's in.
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What Should You Do if Your Doctor Retires?
With more and more doctors retiring, here's what patients should know about finding their next best fit.
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A Guide to Organizing Your Medical Records
Having the right health information on hand can be essential during an emergency.
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A Pretty Thorough Guide to Reading Lab Results
What do all those percentages, ratios and mysterious abbreviations mean? Here's what to know.
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5 Pairs of Commonly Confused Medical Specialties
Orthopedists vs. podiatrists, ophthalmologists vs. optometrists, and more.
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A Guide to Primary Care for Transgender Patients
Efforts to improve care for trans patients often ignore routine doctor's visits. Here's what to know about trans-affirming PCPs, cancer screenings and more.
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You Can Now Read Doctor’s Notes. Here’s What That Means.
A new rule further expands access to electronic medical records.
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