I recently went to a Dr. Office to get a physical and he took some blood, an x-ray, blood pressure, temp, and told me he was going to run test on my blood for tuberculosis and AIDS, and i don't know what else they didn't really explain anything to me but still charged me like $317.00. Is that rutine or what should a physical involve.Cause thats alot of money.
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I used to think that a physical consisted of pulling my underware down and hopping around like a bunny but I found out during my second physical in life that that is not standard practice.  I'm still looking for that bastard!\n\nSTD tests are not standard unless you request it.  everyone I have had consist of blood work, turn head and cough and check every hole in your body.  I have never heard of someone getting an x-ray unless they have had previous medical problems.
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It goes to show you that in your country health care is a business. Thank God it is not like that in Canada... yet! That in its self is a crime. I'm pretty sure that they are your property. Seeing how it is confidential information about you. Shame to your doctor he sounds pretty unethical anyways. Time to get a new one.
6815
This is a good thing. If you remember when you had you last physical the doctor should have done the same thing with a mallet. This is a normal response for a healthy person.
498415
so is it that you just don't want to have a physical? or you don't have enough money?  If it's the first then ask yourself which is more important to you?  Playing basketball? Or not having to go through a physical?  Don't let fear stop you.\nIf it's a money problem, talk to the coach of the team and see if he will allow you some time to save up and work for the money.
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http://www.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/hw233596.asp\n\nCopy and paste this website address and it will bring up the details of having a CT Scan.  I LOVE WEBMD as a medical source!  ***You might want to double check with your imaging center tomorrow and make sure it is 1 charge and not for 2 different CT Scans.  A few months ago my Hubby had this done and he was charged for 2 different procedures-it was almost $3700!  The other tests you have listed are just simple blood tests.  You should do very well.  Good Luck and I will pray for you!
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Instead of wasting your time here asking for opinions from anyone with a computer, GO TO THE DR.. What are you waiting for.....My 3 year old son died, what should I do? Go to the emergency room NOW! Or, you could wait for a while and see if anyone agrees with you to do nothing.\n\nYes, I guess you should have mentioned you spoke with a DR.. You say it the test was negative. Tested for what? Blood? Did you feed your son beets?
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I've participated in health studies through Stanford University Hospital and they never ask me for money up front. In fact, you never should have to pay to participate in a study. It sounds like a scam to me. If I were you, I'd read the contract carefully. Note all the restrictions on how to get your money. Why would they ask for money up front if they were going to give it back to you, anyway?? I'd run in the other direction.
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hello it's a controlled substance u could go to jail for having them WITHOUT a prescription....\n\nmost dr. charge around 70 - 130 dollars for a checkup...\nyou  will be hard pressed to find one that will write a prescription on the first check up but... they are out there just ask around
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That is just horrible!! I wouldn't just sit by and do nothing. I think you're bill should be reduced to just the tests that were run. You should even get a refund on the food as well. Especially if it's in cans. My vet changed my cats food and offered to buy the other food back since the cans hadn't been opened. I don't know if you were charged  for office visits, but if you were, I wouldn't pay but for 1 of them. I hope your kitten gets better. My cat is 16 yrs old and I love him like a child.
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I know my husband starts at $50.00  (out of pocket)then depending on his findings. lab work can go from 50-100 dollars for basic Lab work more if there is a problem.
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Yes you should. There is no way to know for certain but for a Dr to check you. You can look for a clinic in your area if you are worried about the costs.
672142
Go to the Doctor immediately! Blood from any area that is not expected is not a good thing to not get checked out.
50655
It is best to see your primary care physician or healthcare worker. It is not good to get medical advice, such as this over the internet. You really need to get some labs drawn and get an individualized plan of care specific for you. Best of health.
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You can find out about the allowed fees a Doctor charges from the Medical Association. You can also file a complaint with the same organization of see if the doctors conduct is appropiate.\nGive them a call, the number should be in your telephone directory.
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free just go to a walmart in your area and there is a bloodtest in the medical center
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Sounds to me like a doctor has been trying to scare you.   Your numbers are fine.   It makes me crazy to see people worried about varying between 80-130.   This tells me that SOMEone has been spooking them about diabetes.   Yes, diabetes is a big problem in our country, but it's also big business.   The profits involved in the testing devices and medication is tremendous.    Some companies will give you a free tester because you will then use their products (via prescription) for the rest of your life, and may not need them.\n\nTrue diabetics have blood sugars like mine, 400s up, or like my cousins, which go from 30 - 400 in one day.   It is irritating as heck to hear people fretting about their blood sugar going up to 130  (usually after eating a chocolate cake).    A doctor or someone is telling them they are potential diabetics, instead of guiding them toward more healthy eating habits.    I have seen this too often lately, and hope people will be responsible and get a second opinion before getting treatment for a disease they don't have.   \n\nGood luck to you!!!!
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It all depends on the doctor that you go to.  They all pretty much set their own prices.  Call your ophthalmologist and ask.