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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsThere should be some place to go for medical treatment when you're uninsured
Frankly, medical treatment should be free, but that's just not the case.
Simple treatment--not an emergency. There are things that don't just "go away" that need prescription medication.
I need to see a doctor. I'm almost positive about the diagnosis, and it requires a prescription.
No insurance. No money.
Why is there no simple clinic you can just go to for help?
underpants
(182,271 posts)Other than free clinic (they do a ton of good) state teaching medical schools offer indigent care. UVA and VCU Health (MCV) here in Virginia.
Demsrule86
(68,347 posts)The new reconciliation bill will open Medicaid to those folks who live in states that didn't expand Medicaid...after that everyone needs to get insurance through the ACA or their employer.
Voltaire2
(12,618 posts)but that's ok. It ain't the police.
Tomconroy
(7,611 posts)Unfortunately the prescription usually costs much more than the doctor's visit.
Aristus
(66,087 posts)I used to work in a clinic funded through a very generous public health grant. And we kept a fairly large store of medications on hand to offer the patients. Everything from antibiotics for acute infections, to medications for chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, hypothyroidism, etc. And, of course, analgesics like ibuprofen, naproxen, meloxicam, etc.
It was so nice to be able to treat patients without wondering how they were going to pay for their medications.
Demsrule86
(68,347 posts)Diamond_Dog
(31,658 posts)I went for a year with no insurance not that long ago. Try and get a flu shot somewhere with no insurance! The drug store people look at you like you have two heads!
I agree that basic medical care should be free for everyone.
Does your state have Medicaid expansion?
I remember back in the 60s and 70s there used to be free clinics around. Have those all gone away, too?
TexasTowelie
(111,292 posts)I realize that it may not help for your immediate predicament, but if you qualify because of low income then you would be able to see a doctor and get medication (maybe with a co-pay). There are a lot of forms to complete and rules to obey, but it's better than not receiving any medical care.
I hope you can find the help that you need.
Scrivener7
(50,773 posts)Grasswire2
(13,564 posts)...but I wonder if you are older you can call a phone number (I think it's 411) to get information about various services and assistance.
I would bet there's something in your area.
Demsrule86
(68,347 posts)really help... Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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