Advanced Surgical of Bellaire

Price transparency in healthcare refers to the availability of information regarding the cost of medical services to patients before they receive care. This movement is crucial for several reasons: 1. **Empowerment of Patients**: Transparent prices empower patients to make informed choices about their care based on cost and quality. Studies show that when patients have access to price information, they tend to choose lower-priced options without compromising care quality. *(Sinaiko and Rosenthal, Health Affairs, 2016)*. 2. **Reduction of Hidden Costs**: Without price transparency, patients often face unexpected bills, which can lead to financial hardships. A survey found that 57% of American adults received a surprise medical bill they thought would be covered by insurance. *(Kaiser Family Foundation, 2019)*. 3. **Promotion of Competition**: Price transparency promotes competition among healthcare providers. Competition can lead to reduced prices, improved quality, and increased innovation. 4. **Accountability and Value**: Transparent prices hold providers accountable and encourage them to offer value-based care. According to the Health Care Cost Institute, the same medical procedure can vary in cost by over 600% depending on the provider. *(Health Care Cost Institute, 2019)*.

Dear Future Patient, I hope this letter finds you in good health. As you embark on your healthcare journey, it's essential to recognize the power you have as a patient in today's evolving healthcare landscape. Price transparency in healthcare is more than just knowing the cost of a service. It's about empowerment, choice, and ensuring that you're not blindsided by unexpected bills. As a patient, you have the right to understand the costs associated with your care, which allows you to make informed decisions and receive the best value. I urge you to be proactive. Ask questions about the costs of treatments, tests, and procedures. Demand clear, upfront information. Remember, your health decisions should not only be based on medical recommendations but also on clear understanding of costs and potential financial implications. Together, by demanding transparency, we can foster a healthcare environment that truly serves its patients, providing both quality care and financial clarity. Warm regards, Your Team at Advanced Surgical of Bellaire

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The best way to fill a bucket with water? 🚿 First thing: check to make sure you know where the holes are. 🕳 Second: Plug the holes. 👷♂️ 🚶♀️ This is a great step in the right direction but fixing the issue must start with the actors themselves. At #AdvancedsurgicalofBellaire we decided to fix the problem starting with ourselves. We are built on the principles of transparency, #Directcontracting, and direct to patient care.

💡 “Through the current incentive structure, whereby they turn a profit as a percentage of the list price of a prescription, PBMs wield their influence to have health insurers cover more and more expensive drugs – even when cheaper options are available.” 🧛♂️ Middlemen... Yuck. We all feel the vice grip that the healthcare industry is putting on us and our wallets. It's time for the true stakeholders and #CHANGEMAKERS in healthcare stand up and let the middlemen know as my dad used to say 🍊"The juice ain't worth the squeeze" 🍈 Did you know that pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) are playing a significant role in driving up drug prices? 😱 These middlemen between pharmacies, insurance companies, and drug manufacturers often prioritize their profits over patient affordability. It's time for a change! We need to reform the PBM system to ensure transparency, reduce drug prices, and improve patient access to affordable healthcare. 💪✨ #AdvancedsurgicalofBellaire is a Bundled surgical facility in the heart of Houston committed to shining the light of transparency on healthcare. Wherever we find these middlemen we help to mitigate or eliminate their impact on the expense related to episodes of care, but every ongoing effort in the direction of patients needs your help! Talk about shopping your healthcare, talk about #Costcontainment strategies in your #Employeebenefitplan, prefer independent TPA's, and ask your broker this question: "What do you currently do to decrease the frequency and severity of our claims?" Most importantly #Directcontract with Advanced Surgical of Bellaire to eliminate these Middlemen! We cannot address the problems related to the cost of health insurance without directly addressing the cost of care itself. https://lnkd.in/gvrJtRND #HealthcareReform #TransparencyMatters #AffordableMedications #PatientAdvocacy #PBMSystem #HealthcareIndustry #ReformNow #Bundledsurgery #medicaltourism #hr #hrconsulting #houston 😲

🚨 This needs to be the new mantra in healthcare to begin seeing a change… “Patients Before Middlemen Act”! 💥

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