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The $1,200 Pap Smear – Why The Medical System is Broken

Episode Summary:

In this episode, I talk about my wife's shocking medical bill for a simple, 15-minute checkup. It’s a real story showing how broken and expensive our current healthcare system is.

Here’s what happened:

• My wife had a yearly gynecological exam.
• It lasted just 15 minutes with a nurse practitioner.
• The total bill was $1,211!
• Insurance paid $981, and we still owed $229.

What’s the Catch?

• They told her upfront: “No extra questions” or it would cost more.
• She couldn't ask about any other health concerns—even if it was simple.
• That’s right—you’re only allowed one problem per visit, or you get billed extra.

Let’s do the math:

• $1,200 for 15 minutes = $4,800 per hour.
• If the nurse works 30 hours a week, that’s $144,000 billed weekly.
• That adds up to over $600,000 per month from one nurse practitioner!

Here’s the truth:

• The system isn’t built to help people with complex or chronic illness.
• They offer drugs and surgery—and very few real answers.
• And worst of all? Medical bills are the #1 cause of bankruptcy in America.

But here’s the good news:

• There is hope.
• If you're struggling with chronic health problems, there are other options.
• I help people across the world recover through natural and functional medicine.

Ready to take back control?

➡️ Schedule a free Zoom call with me through the link in the show notes.

Let’s get you on a better path—without going broke.