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Viral Plastic Surgeon Who Exposed The Health Insurance Industry

The Checkup with Doctor Mike

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The Surgical Spotlight: A Viral Call from Insurance

This chapter explores the fallout from a viral social media post made during a surgical procedure, revealing the unusual intrusion of an insurance company amid a critical moment in patient care. The speaker discusses the absurd pressures that healthcare providers face from insurance protocols, including the challenges of obtaining prior authorizations that can hinder timely treatment. Through personal anecdotes, they highlight the urgent need for discussions about the systemic flaws in the healthcare system and the impacts of these bureaucratic obstacles on patient outcomes.

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