First Aid Kit
Our newsletter sums up and shares the practical lessons we’ve learned about surviving the health care system, financially.
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March 30, 2023
Consider paying cash (at least sometimes)
You can tell ‘em: Don’t run this through my insurance.
January 26, 2023
Get an itemized medical bill and fact-check it
Do you really owe that much? Maybe not.
January 10, 2023
Extra: One BIG tip if you signed up for a 2023 Obamacare plan
Double-check to make sure “in-network” docs are really in-network. Like, call them. Today.
December 8, 2022
Picking insurance (again)? We’ve got some updates
Still the same garbage system, but some glimmers of decent news.
November 21, 2022
First, see if you can get your medical bill forgiven
Lots of people qualify— but providers won’t always tell you, or make it easy. Luckily, you can get help.
October 20, 2022
What *not* to do when you get a big medical bill
Don’t pay it right away, but don’t ignore it either.
May 12, 2022
Programming note
We're slowing down a bit, for now.
April 27, 2022
Your Turn: Share your tips and requests
We want your tips, questions, and feedback on First Aid Kit.
April 12, 2022
I had COVID. Here’s what I learned
With cases rising (again), here are some plan-ahead tips.
March 31, 2022
On avoiding a giant ER bill
Our best tips for the worst rip-off in health care.
March 16, 2022
Fun updates: Buying drugs and insurance
You are not alone. Even the smartest experts get socked.
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