As an American I’m curious what it’s like if you need to go to the doctor and how much you pay from say a broken arm to general checkup. Also list what country please

  • ClockworkOtter@lemmy.world
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    6 hours ago

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    I got hit by a driver a couple of years ago. Ambulance to A&E was free. Triage and being seen was free. CT was free. Sling for broken clavicle was free. I had 6 weeks off work due to lingering effects of concussion - getting signed off by the doctor was free.

    I usually see the GP once or twice a year for minor things and those visits are always free.

    My partner’s antidepressants are free. Therapy is free. Birth control is free.

    In Scotland all prescriptions are free.

    I can’t imagine having to consider finances in the event of any health issues.

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      5 hours ago

      Free? That’s hardly free. I pay monthly NHS and barely get appointments. R.I.P, people with conditions that need to be diagnosed early.

      Accidents? Yeah, you get help immediately. Other conditions? You better go private.