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What patients think about the healthcare system
Author(s)Todd Shryock, Logan Lutton
A recent study provides insight into public opinions about healthcare.
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Healthcare can be both costly and confusing to the average consumer. Maestro Health, an employee health and benefits company, conducted a survey to gauge consumer opinions on navigating healthcare, price transparency, and financial strain.Here are the key findings:
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