Smart medical practices have figured out processes for managing schedules that make it easier for patients to see a doctor when they need to, while reducing missed appointments and other hidden costs.

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There's too much at stake for families who can't pay their medical bills, or see a doctor when they need to, or get the treatment they need.

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When she went to see the doctor, she had to wear a mask.

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When snoring starts to affect your daily habits, you should see a doctor, said Dr. Thomas LoRusso, director of the Northern Virginia Sleep Diagnostic Centers.

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And he said that he thinks that in some cases, when companies see that a competitor is paying a particular doctor a great deal, they may feel a need to ante up too.

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When your sick child asks, "can I see a doctor, " and you can't bear to answer.

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