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Re: Re- insurance costs
From: al (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu May 20 17:56:02 1999
I'm a bit of a space cadet and don't remember if I responded to this
last night or not. I feel for you, and anyone else who suffers because
of the health system there. Thank you for sharing and explaining. It
makes me appreciate more what I have, but also makes me feel badly for
those who don't.
Painfree wishes to you and all,
luv, Amy
ps...hope you like, let me know what you think :)
Tina I trujillo wrote:
>
> Well there is a wealth of answers. and I have been on the receiving end
> of most.
> A lot of people receive insurance through their employers. Some who pay
> the entire premium an some where you pay part. ( usually cover the family
> as well excuse my typo's please I have a dogie here who is nuzzling for
> attention.)
> Other's receive it independently but it is outrageous. When I had
> insurance that way I paid 450 a month. More then the rent I was paying at
> the time. Then the state of Minnesota now has a program where
> participating Insurance companies prorate their premiums based on income.
> I had this until Chuck's boss finally decided to offer insurance.
> Then there is medical assistance through the state I assume that most
> states offer this. I don't know though. I cover children more then
> anything because their guidelines are so low.
> But the coverage with each insurance policy differs. When I lived out in
> Colorado I had great insurance through the pharmacy I worked for. It paid
> everything. no co payments or anything. Now I have to pay two percent of
> everything. Still not bad but after my last surgery I owe 3200 and
> believe me it sure isn't in the couch cushions.
> Sorry to babble But I fought with insurance companies for 6 year when I
> worked as a pharmacy tech. You wouldn't believe some of the crap they
> tried to pull on people!!!
> Talk to you later.
> Tina
> PS. Can't wait to try those recipes
> or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]
>
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