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Let's Talk About the Cost of an Upper GI Endoscopy
If you're experiencing persistent digestive problems like heartburn, difficulty swallowing, vomiting, abdominal pain, or gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, an upper GI endoscopy may be recommended.
Let’s Talk About the Cost of a Pacemaker / Defibrillator
When you go through a medical procedure, there are two big things to think about: your recovery and your wallet. Although you might expect certain costs, the bill can shock you with high charges and unexpected fees that were never discussed upfront, making the financial side of medical care as challenging as the medical side itself. This is especially true for procedures like getting a pacemaker or defibrillator.
Let’s Talk About the Cost of a Breast Biopsy
Breast cancer is a prevalent concern for women, with statistics indicating that approximately 1 in 8 cisgender women in the United States will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Early detection through procedures like a breast biopsy can significantly impact treatment outcomes. Understanding the medical aspect of a breast biopsy is crucial, although knowing the financial implications is just as important.
Let’s Talk About the Cost of a Colonoscopy
Before a big procedure like a colonoscopy, patients will likely have many questions about what to expect during the colonoscopy and what the recovery period looks like. But, patients don’t always ask about the cost ahead of time.
Let’s Talk About the Cost of Tonsillectomies
Before a big procedure like a tonsillectomy, patients will likely have many questions about what to expect during the surgery and what the recovery period looks like. But, patients don’t always ask about the cost ahead of time.
Let’s Talk About the Cost of Coronary Angioplasty
Before a big procedure like a coronary angioplasty, patients will likely have many questions about what to expect during the surgery and what the recovery period looks like. But, patients don’t always ask about the cost ahead of time.
C-Section and Vaginal Delivery: Preparing for Hospital Births and Related Costs
Before a big event like the birth of a baby, you will likely have a lot of questions. Don't forget to ask about the cost of giving birth ahead of time.
Knee Replacement: Preparing for the Procedure and Costs
If you're considering a knee replacement, consider the costs too.
Health Care Cost Trends in Maryland: What we’ve learned from three years of claims data
With three years of data on four episodes of care, we can start seeing if there are any emerging trends in the health care costs across Maryland.
Let's Talk About the Cost of Gall Bladder Surgery
If you are preparing for gall bladder surgery, don't forget to ask about costs ahead of time.
Maryland Health Connection Can Help You Sign up for Health Insurance
Do you have health insurance coverage for 2022? If not, look at your options and sign-up.
Lumbar Spine Fusion: Preparing for the Procedure and Costs
Before a big procedure like a lumbar spine fusion, patients will have a lot of questions about what to expect during the surgery and what the recovery period looks like. But, are you also asking about costs?
Sign The Appeal
Appeal to doctors, hospitals, and insurance companies to work together to make all costs public and provide the highest quality care at the lowest possible costs.
Download a Custom Report
Use our database to create a customized report and choose hospitals in your area to compare costs.
Doctors and Providers:
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Health Care Professionals:
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Get Your Shirt
Contact MHCC to find out more about how we can help you build awareness in your program.
How to Find a Health Plan
Visit the Maryland Health Connection, the state’s health care marketplace, to enroll in a health plan.
How to File a Complaint
Visit the MHCC’s Filing a Complaint page for more information on how to file a complaint or report an issue about a health care provider or health benefit plan.
Other Resources
Visit the Maryland Health Care Commission for a list of state and national resources on topics such as health and wellness, health care costs, and quality.
How to Find a Health Care Provider
Click on the links below to find the type of health care provider you need:
If you already have health insurance, call your health plan to find out whether a specific provider is covered by your insurance.
How to Compare Quality
The Maryland Health Care Commission (MHCC) has developed tools to help you compare the quality of health care providers and health insurance plans in Maryland.
How to Talk to Your Doctor about Your Health Care Costs and Treatment Options
Having an open conversation with your doctor may help you save money. To start the conversation about the cost of your care, download a custom report from wearthecost.org. Then, click on the articles and other links below for some tips on how to talk to your doctor about health care costs and choosing a treatment plan that is right for you.
- “Six Questions to Ask at Every Doctor’s Appointment”(PDF – 189 KB) Elisabeth Rosenthal (PBS NewsHour, April 27, 2017).
- “How to Save Money at Your Doctor’s Office” (PDF – 183 KB) Elisabeth Rosenthal (Tincture, April 11, 2017).
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