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To: J_F_Shepard who wrote (741583)	9/24/2013 8:42:37 PM
From: i-node	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 1570847

>> If you want to go to a different doc who doesn't take Medicare or is out of your network, your option is to pay full fare.. There are no "networks" in straight Medicare. You are likely talking about the private version of Medicare, Medicare Advantage.

To: J_F_Shepard who wrote (741583)	9/25/2013 10:21:44 AM
From: Brumar89	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1570847

So Medicare failed you and you went outside to get better care.

To: J_F_Shepard who wrote (741583)	9/25/2013 9:04:43 PM
From: i-node	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 1570847

>> If you want to go to a different doc who doesn't take Medicare or is out of your network, your option is to pay full fare... So, are you in favor of a tiered system, where Medicare/Medicaid patients get one level of service and privately insured get a higher level of service? If we have to have government health care, perhaps we should just codify it. Medicare/Medicaids can see NPs and PAs, but not MDs, unless the NP or PA refers to a real doctor. MCR/MCD gets only generic drugs, while those with money can get brands that aren't off-patent. MCR/MCD -- 1.5t imaging ONLY. If you're on private insurance, you can get 3t imaging if your insurance pays for it. Hip/knee joint replacements? Cheaper joints for you. Cover dental work -- extractions only for MCR/MCD, but others can get crowns. That seems to be what you are advocating.