Comparing Healthcare Cost

There is a lot of mystery when it comes to cost and value of healthcare. How much does a service actually cost? How much would I pay out-of-pocket versus towards a deductible? When it comes to cost, does it matter where I receive care? These questions can make a big difference in care and experience.

Did you know not all healthcare cost the same? The cost of medical services can vary between offices and hospitals. Typically, to become “in network” with an insurance company, a medical office or facility must agree to a contract. This contract outlines billing parameters, covered services and techniques, exclusions and cost. Whether it’s filling a cavity, medication, physical therapy, imaging or massage, every medical office that bills insurance has different contracted rates.

At Jade, we want you to receive the best care for the money you pay. Where you go does matter, especially if you have a deductible. Here are a few quick facts that may help:

  1. Hospital-based care can be more expensive: Compared to small private offices, such as Jade Integrated Health, hospital-based care can be more expensive for a variety of reason, such as higher overhead or billing under a physician. 

  2. 1-on-1 Personalized Care: Unlike Jade, most large facilities have one therapist treating more than one patient at a time. For example, they may have one patient on a treadmill while you are doing some exercises. We guarantee 1-on-1 personalized care from one of our experienced providers every visit. You will receive care from the most skilled provider which means your money is going towards a more valuable service.

  3. Integrating other modalities, such as yoga therapy and dry needling/Ah Shi acupuncture: Get more variety for the money you pay by receiving integrated care. We find patients get better faster, which means less money out of your pocket!

  4. Access to other services : Though you may be here for PT, we always go the extra mile to check insurance coverage for all our services. Acupuncture coverage is becoming more common and many patients take advantage of more than one service.

Curious about learning more about the cost of your healthcare? Check out CompareMaine. This website looks at the billed costs for large hospitals in Maine. This provides you more information about the cost and quality of care you are receiving.

Do you have questions about how Jade Integrated Health can increase your quality of care and decrease your out of pocket expenses? Call us!