Ruthie Dean

Expecting? How Much Does an Ultrasound Cost?

By Ruthie Dean on October 14, 2020

The price of a pregnancy ultrasound can range between $200 and $500+, depending on the region. Healthcare Bluebook estimates the average "fair" cost...

Benefits & Healthcare

What employees need to know about HRAs and HSAs

By Ruthie Dean on July 29, 2019

What you need to know about HSAs and HRAs Both Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) are avenues for employers...

Healthcare Costs

MRI: How much does it cost?

By Ruthie Dean on December 26, 2014

Reader Q+A My health plan has a $5,000 deductible and my doctor just told me I need an MRI. How much is this going to cost? The cost of an MRI...

Compliance

I underestimated my income to get a subsidy. What will happen?

By Ruthie Dean on October 23, 2014

Reader Q+A Last year when I signed up for health insurance, I was out of a job and only making a little money working retail. I only pay $20/month...

Maternity Benefits & Healthcare

Stop! In the name of maternity bill errors

By Ruthie Dean on October 16, 2014

Before you pay too much Expecting a baby? When I mention the words “medical bills,” what emotions start to stir? Bewilderment? Frustration?

Your medical bills contain errors

By Ruthie Dean on October 13, 2014

How to spot the 7 most common medical bill errors Eric Michael David recently reported his $20,000 bill for his son's bruise as a prime example...

What no one tells you about out-of-network bills

By Ruthie Dean on October 9, 2014

Understanding out-of-network bills

Benefits & Healthcare

I’m getting married. What should I do about health insurance?

By Ruthie Dean on October 7, 2014

Reader Q+A I'm getting married this month and wondering what to do about health insurance. My wife and I both work, but her company doesn't provide...