Many people develop problems affecting their joints,
muscles, bones, or tendons at some point, particularly athletes or older
people. If you are experiencing an orthopedic issue, scheduling an appointment
with orthopedic specialists as soon as possible is the best thing you can do
for your health. Below, we will take a look at when you should consider seeing
an orthopedist, as well as what you can expect in terms of costs.
Orthopedic specialists should be consulted when there are
signs of an orthopedic problem. When a traumatic injury occurs, it is sometimes
immediately clear that the assistance of a specialist will be needed.
Sometimes, you may know that there is an injury but want to give it a few days
before seeing a doctor. Unless symptoms are severe or getting progressively
worse, waiting for a few days is typically fine.
Chronic conditions usually develop slowly over time, and may
become a new normal, to the point where patients may dismiss symptoms as part of
the process of aging. It is important to realize that experiencing chronic pain
is never a normal experience.
Visiting an orthopedic specialist early on after symptoms
develop is a good choice for many reasons. It ensures that you do not live with
uncomfortable symptoms for longer than necessary, and prevents you from
developing a worse condition or complications that could cost more to treat
later on.
Insurance covers the cost of visiting orthopedic
specialists, so your insurance coverage is the primary factor that determines
what you will pay out of pocket. In some cases, you may need to be referred to
an orthopedist by your primary care doctor before you insurance will pay; this
depends on your insurance plan.
Some patients have a low deductible, so that even invasive
surgery is very affordable. Other patients have a higher deductible. While
these patients may not experience high costs for appointments and non-surgical
procedures, the cost of surgery can be high for patients with a higher
deductible.
Managing
the Cost of Treatment
In cases where a patient needs surgery but cannot pay their
out-of-pocket costs all at once, financing may be used to manage the cost of
treatment. Patient financing companies allow patients to spread the cost of
treatment out over the course of several months. Other financing options
include loans, lines of credit, credit cards, and health care credit cards. The
right choice for you depends on your unique financial situation.
Dr. Howard Marans would be happy to meet with you about your
orthopedic health. To schedule your consultation today, please click below and
enter your information or call OC Orthopedic at (714) 979-8981.
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