Senator Sanders has been asking for the people to tell their Congresspersons to vote for a bill that would bring all Americans under "Medicare for All." He is correct. I will show you why.
We all know the issues, too expensive and rationing of services that endanger lives and diminish human potential and quality of life. That can be eliminated.
I have issues that most Americans don't. I subscribe to Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage. I pay approximately $210 per month for this plan. The deduction from my Social Security Check and $35.00 extra. I have complaints and I will cover them later, but, this is more important right now. There is a lot right with what is happening with me.
This procedure occurred Wednesday. I have a genetically odd right kidney. As I age it is becoming a problem in that it is developing mineral deposits most commonly known as kidney stones. The procedure was to introduce a catheter with a lazar to break the stones and remove them. This was performed in an operating room and not a clinical setting that most folks call "Same Day Surgery." I went home after the procedure, it is just that in surgery I have a higher risk and an OR rather than a clinic setting is the only option.
Okay. So $210 per month payment and here is the bill.
Co-pay $375.00 for a surgery costing more than $38,000.00. That is more than reasonable considering the excellent care I receive. The staff is great and I went home without complications.
Every American no matter their age deserves this level of care with this minimal expense. If I can't handle the co-pay immediately there are payment plans that offer monthly breakdowns. But $375.00 is an incredible reality I can't complain about. Do any of the Americans suffering under insurance expense and compromised coverage and quality of life believe they are not worth Medicare for All?
This is a good idea and it needs to pass into law.
Seriously.
Let's do this.
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