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To: geode00 who wrote (262743)	4/25/2008 5:37:47 PM
From: TimF	Read Replies (1) of 281500

I notice you ignore most of my sources. As for the part you do quote, its the expression of an opinion. I included it to show that even those who think that the other systems are better, still know (if they aren't ignorant or terminally biased) that the other countries have to ration and limit care as well. There is a difference between rationing health care and refusing to pay for available health care. No there isn't. When you ration it you aren't paying for it. If you are someone who goes to the doctors five times a week, there is something seriously wrong that the doctor isn't catching or you need a new hobby and more friends. Hypochondriacs (or people who need a new hobby<g>) are part of the problem, but probably not the main issue. The cost increases at the margin. Its not someone going from once a decade to 5 times a week, its the once a year guy, going to twice a year, the 3 times a year guy changing to quarterly, etc. And its not just (or probably primarily) more visits, but more demand for more expensive treatment or drugs, during or after these visits.

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