Healthcare in America shouldn’t feel like a rigged game––but too often it does. Leaving many people feeling swindled by confusing insurance plans, surprise medical bills, and endless fine print. To help navigate this complex system, I'm joined by Dan Weissmann, journalist and host of the NPR podcast An Arm and a Leg. Dan explains why U.S. healthcare feels broken––and how to get the most out of a flawed system. He'll share strategies to protect your finances and well-being, from selecting the right health insurance during open enrollment to identifying billing errors, challenging unfair charges, and saving hundreds on prescriptions.
Dan’s links:
Website: https://armandalegshow.com/
Visit https://herfirst100k.com/ffpod to stay up to date and find any resources mentioned on our show!
00:00 Intro
01:15 Why Healthcare Is So Expensive
03:00 The System Is Confusing by Design
06:00 Understanding What You Actually Owe
08:30 What To Do When You Get a Medical Bill
10:45 How To Talk to Your Insurance Company
13:00 The Hidden Traps in High-Deductible Plans
15:30 Should You Pay Your Bill Right Away?
18:00 How Medical Debt Affects Your Credit
20:15 How To Negotiate a Medical Bill
22:00 What To Do If You Can’t Afford Care
24:30 The Emotional Cost of Healthcare
27:00 Why Women Carry More Medical Debt
30:00 The Future of Healthcare Transparency
33:00 The Wildest Story From An Arm and a Leg
36:00 How To Be Your Own Healthcare Advocate
38:00 How To Find a Fair Price for Care
41:00 Quick Wins To Save on Medical Costs
43:00 What True Financial Wellness Means
44:00 Outro + Resources
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