Generic Phrases
How Much Do You Know About HMO's?
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO HELP YOU CHOOSE YOUR NEXT HEALTH PLAN .. Q. What does HMO stand for? A. This is actually a variation of the phrase, "HEY MOE." Its roots go back to a concept pioneered by Moe of the Three Stooges,who discovered that a patient could be made to forget about the pain in his foot if he was poked hard enough in the eyes. Q. I just joined an HMO. How difficult will it be to choose the doctor I want? A. Just slightly more difficult than choosing your parents. Your insurer will provide you with a book listing all the doctors in the plan. These doctors basically fall into two categories -- those who are no longer accepting new patients, and those who will see you but are no longer participating in the plan. But don't worry; the remaining doctor who is still in the plan and accepting new patients has an office just a half-day's drive away and has a diploma from a Third World Country. Q. Do all diagnostic procedures require pre-certification? A. No. Only those you need. Q. Can I get coverage for my preexisting conditions? A Certainly, as long as they don't require any treatment. Q. What happens if I want to try alternative forms of medicine? A. You'll need to find alternative forms of payment. Q. My pharmacy plan only covers generic drugs, but I need the name brand. I tried the Generic Medication, but it gave me a stomachache. What should I do? A. Poke yourself in the eye. Q. What if I'm away from home and I get sick? A. You really shouldn't do that. Q. I think I need to see a specialist, but my doctor insists he can handle my problem. Can a general practitioner really perform a heart transplant right in his office? A. Hard to say, but considering that all you're risking is the $15 co-payment, there's no harm in giving him a shot at it.
Public Comments
- That is sort of what my HMO plan says
- Not really a question, but yes I'm on board with the times so I do know about HMO's. Thanks for helping enlighten others, even if it is just on Yahoo Answers.
- Did you actually have a question that you were not going to answer yourself with ridiculous answers?
- That was hilarious! I have BCBS HMO and I swear a lot of that falls under my insurance!! LMAO!! *star*
- LMAO! You sure hit the nail on the head with this one. Lot of truth in this piece of humor. Thanks for sharing. DD
- Hahahaha! Funny joke. WS
- Made my eyes pop out of my head, because I laughed so hard! TJ
- I can relate to this as I am on a HMO! Heck ! Funny tho" CJ
- Lol! Unfortunately this sounds familiar!
- That is soooooo true!!!!
- HMO!!!!!!!!
- Wow, that sounds like the old Blue Cross plan I was in.
- Excellent lol*
