The US spends 20% of our national income on healthcare vs. 8% in other countries.. Our system is rife with inefficiencies. Clark touches on 3 areas: Amazon One Medical, the primary care physician shortage and insurance issues you should be aware of. Also, the FBI has issued an alert about charging devices in public spaces. Know the risk and how to avoid it.

• Healthcare Updates: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• FBI Alert: Public Charging Stations: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show

• 5 Things to Know about Amazon’s Recent One Medical Acquisition
• The big squeeze: ACA health insurance has lots of customers, small networks
• [The Washington Post] Making a telehealth appointment? You might still pay a facility fee.
• First Aid Kit Consider paying cash (at least sometimes)
• How Cigna Saves Millions by Having Its Doctors Reject Claims Without Reading Them
• Are Swimming Pools Becoming Affordable Again?
• FBI warns consumers not to use public phone charging stations
• 5 Sneaky Ways To Improve Your Credit Score
• When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security?
• Maximize My Social Security: Calculate Your Highest Benefits
• The Best Places To Buy Tires

Clark.com resources

• Episode transcripts
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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