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Originally Posted by Tennisnut
Sounds like the Mayo clinic needs to implement some cost controls since other facilities can provide services under the MediCare fee schedule. I know for example, a MRI can run from $1500 to $5000. Why is there that much variation in cost?
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I want to be able to go to the top of the line Mayo Clinic. I do not want a Government at any level control where I or my wife can go for treatment. If cost exceeds Insurance levels, we should be able to pay the difference if we want.
The Canadian Single Payer does not allow it. In Germany, socialized and Private Insurance are both available.
If Canadian so good, why do they come to US for treatment. There are hospitals and clinics built right along the US Canadian border. They must pay cash as we would do out of US, but we can put in a claim for some reimbursement later, can the Canadians? What do you do when you are in US and need a Doctor?