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Martine G. Brousse: 8 Considerable Alternatives To Costly ERs

This List Sponsored by Workplace & Retail Clinic Bulletinon Fri, 11/14/2014

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  1. Free or low-cost clinics - Waits can be long but prices make them worth a look
  2. Retail health clinics - Staffed with nurse practitioners licensed to prescribe medications and perform simple medical procedures
  3. Urgent care centers - Staffed by doctors, these facilities treat less severe emergencies that require immediate attention
  4. Nurse helpline - This free service from your insurance provider can save you the cost of a doctor’s visit
  5. Labs - Many common tests can be obtained without a prescription, or at a lower cash cost than in the office
  6. Chiropractors - Consulting a chiropractor is a less costly option than seeing an orthopedic doctor
  7. Pharmacists - Ask a pharmacist for a recommendation on what over-the-counter remedy is best for minor ailments
  8. Online physicians - Sites such as MeMD, InteractiveMD and the Online Doctor offer virtual encounters for set prices and at convenient times for patients


Source: Nerdwallet
Source URL: http://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/finance/advisorvoices/nonemer...



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