interesting artical on health care
Great article Danni!
I have long thought our country needed a new focus on preventative health care rather than reactive.
I think EVERYBODY should have their vitamin levels checked like we get - not just WLS patients.
I have no doubt the costs would go down in the long run with programs like this. Ten years ago I developed plantar fasciatis in both feet from being overweight and on my feet all the time. Cortisone shots helped for a while. When I sought medical help I did NOT want another surgery. I found out that my insurance would cover a $20K surgery but not a $200 pair of custom orthotics that the doctor said would probably work. I ended up paying for them myself (found some cheaper) and within 3 weeks my feet quit hurting. Still ticks me off.
I have long thought our country needed a new focus on preventative health care rather than reactive.
I think EVERYBODY should have their vitamin levels checked like we get - not just WLS patients.
I have no doubt the costs would go down in the long run with programs like this. Ten years ago I developed plantar fasciatis in both feet from being overweight and on my feet all the time. Cortisone shots helped for a while. When I sought medical help I did NOT want another surgery. I found out that my insurance would cover a $20K surgery but not a $200 pair of custom orthotics that the doctor said would probably work. I ended up paying for them myself (found some cheaper) and within 3 weeks my feet quit hurting. Still ticks me off.
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