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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 2011

Page

4

Marion mom saves family money with healthcare cost comparisons

Michele Brock from Marion says two cost comparison efforts saved her family 1600 to 1800 dollars on medical bills for her daughters. She consulted physicians, Cedar Rapids providers, insurers, and the Iowa Hospital Association site to estimate costs and chose the lowest out-of-pocket option while maintaining quality. Brock notes provider responsiveness has improved and predicts more shoppers will compare prices as costs rise.

Steven A. Reed Gazette Marion Michele Brock Jackie Jillian Brock Iowa Hospital Association Coopera

Asking the right questions to curb medical costs

Dawn Waller of Iowa Eve Center in Cedar Rapids handles all financial reimbursement and advises patients to ask about out of pocket costs rather than procedure price. She explains fees reflect care levels, insurance rules, and overhead, urging patients to know their plans and contact insurers for estimates.

the Gazette Cedar Rapids Dawn Waller Hiawatha Iowa Eve Center Waller

Social conservatives push bold agenda in Iowa politics

Republicans face pressure as Tea Party allies demand action on abortion same sex marriage and immigration. Rep. Tom Shaw and Sen. Kent Sorenson defend record while House Speaker McCarthy and Minority Leader McKinley warn of a tougher 2012 battle. The debate aims to explain votes and mobilize voters ahead of primaries.

Danny Carroll McCarthy GOP Republican Party Kent Sorenson R-Indianola Senate Sorenson Tom Shaw R Laurens Shaw House Paul McKinley Chariton

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