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Why do doctors and dentists charge patients without insurance higher rates than those with insurance?

April 26, 2017charge dentists doctors Health Insurance Patients well-being

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Why do doctors and dentists charge patients without insurance higher rates than those with insurance?

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Although it seems wrong, I think it’s because the insurance companies have negotiated a lower rate with the doctor for the people that they insure. That way, they pay less and the doctor will potentially get more patients coming to him if they’re accepting that insurance plan.