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Old 10-03-2014, 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by collie1228 View Post
It's interesting, it doesn't matter whether it's the doctor, the vet or the dentist, if "it's our policy" they generally bill me for it. If it's their policy, why must I pay?

You have to be your own advocate. Speak up and tell them it's your policy not to pay for unnecessary procedures. If they keep it up, contact your insurer, Medicare, and the insurance commissioner.
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