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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Appointment Prep
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Where You Should Take Your Child When They’re Sick
Can't wait for an appointment with the pediatrician? Urgent care centers for kids are on the rise.
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How Urgent Care Can Best Help LGBTQ+ Folks
As many members of the LGBTQ+ community turn to urgent care centers for help, advocates are vying to make them more inclusive.
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Your Guide to Paying for Urgent Care
Urgent care usually costs less than an ER visit, but other details may vary.
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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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Urgent Care Is Having a Pandemic Moment
Looking at urgent care centers' new role within our health care system.
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What Happens After an Urgent Care Appointment?
Answering questions on referrals, follow-up care and more.
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