Your insurance company calls with a suggestion for where to get your MRI, but it's a place you've never heard of. Do you have to go there? Melody Mulaik breaks down why insurers guide patients to specific imaging centers, and it often comes down to cost. She explains that while these centers can be high-quality and save you money, you don’t have to sacrifice comfort or quality for savings. Melody provides a clear, step-by-step guide on how to research a recommended facility, what red flags to look for, and how to make the final decision that’s right for your health and your wallet.

Featured Topics:

• Why insurance companies prefer freestanding imaging centers over hospitals.
• How to research the quality of a recommended imaging facility.
• Balancing out-of-pocket costs with the quality of medical equipment.
• Your right to choose where you receive medical care.

Tune in to learn how to confidently question your insurer's recommendations and ensure you're getting high-quality care from a facility you trust.

What You’ll Hear:

00:00 - The Confusing Insurance Call

00:45 - Why Insurers Steer Patients

01:25 - Freestanding Centers vs. Hospitals

01:55 - How to Do Your Own Research

02:40 - Red Flags to Watch For

03:05 - Asking the Right Questions

03:20 - You Get the Final Say

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