"No it wouldn't. You wouldn't be able to get any insurance because you have a pre-existing condition. Remember? "

No, CarolC. I live in MD- thus the long commute. MD has a program to cover those who are uninsurable. THAT isd why the taxes in MD are so high. If you want to move here, you would get coverage- upon paying the premiums ( see previous:

"BTW, if I selected only $1000 deductable with copays it would have been $ 475 per month for me alone. So it was comparable to what you claim is too high for you to afford.

Anyway, EVERY doctor I know will take patients without insurance- you just need to PAY for the services you receive. NOONE is keeping you from getting medical care: YOU have decided that YOU are not worth the cost it takes. "

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You seem to think you can not pay for what you get: Either you pay yourself, or you pay in higher taxes. MY choice is to split the difference. NO ONE is keep[ing you from going to a doctor and paying out of pocket. It all depends on how much value you assign to your health.