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Originally Posted by Villageswimmer
Thank you for starting this thread. UHC is concerned about $. In this aging demographic, skin cancer is much more common when compared with the incidence in the general population. Surgeries are expensive. Unfortunately, skin cancer = surgery most of the time.
Yes, there may be 40 other dermatologists on the list. Not a valid argument. Do your research. I found one whose credentials I liked but he is not taking new patients.
The Villages population is now over 120,000 and growing rapidly. Does anyone think a new dermatology practice would open here after seeing Alliant’s fate?
For those who never need a dermatologist, you may think it’s no big deal.
What expensive specialty is next?
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I think you are right...…….and a little bit wrong. It may be the right answer, but staying afloat and keeping a profit margin is not sinful.