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Martine G. Brousse: 8 Considerable Alternatives To Costly ERs
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- Free or low-cost clinics - Waits can be long but prices make them worth a look
- Retail health clinics - Staffed with nurse practitioners licensed to prescribe medications and perform simple medical procedures
- Urgent care centers - Staffed by doctors, these facilities treat less severe emergencies that require immediate attention
- Nurse helpline - This free service from your insurance provider can save you the cost of a doctor’s visit
- Labs - Many common tests can be obtained without a prescription, or at a lower cash cost than in the office
- Chiropractors - Consulting a chiropractor is a less costly option than seeing an orthopedic doctor
- Pharmacists - Ask a pharmacist for a recommendation on what over-the-counter remedy is best for minor ailments
- 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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