Originally Posted by
slowplay
One guy pointed out that tubes in his kids ears cost $2800. One of my kids entire medical care cost $2300 (Diamond HSA) last year. The family cost $4500 out of pocket (plus premiums). Everything after that was free, along with all preventive care. The HSA has a tax deduction, so net of that I paid about $300 per month total for a family that spent in the 5 digits for the year.
I expect someody who changed his screenname from Kochblauch to have issues, but you generally think a little better than this.
Sorry for the late edit- got pulled away mid-edit to skype with the in-laws.
I totally disagree with your conclusion on our healthcare options, though. It's been nothing but a big disappointment, and I hope the coming negotiations bring some much needed improvements (like in many areas). Your views on these very lacking options don't give me much confidence in that, though.
