Health conditions treated in a doctor's office
Health conditions are illnesses, injuries, impairments, or physical or mental conditions that can be treated at the doctor's office.
| Common services | Average cost estimate |
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Allergies/runny nose
May include evaluation and treatment for specific allergens that cause your symptoms, using medicines, and, in severe cases, getting allergy shots. |
$60-$85 |
Asthma
May include evaluation and treatment to avoid long-term lung damage, and to quickly treat and control asthma symptoms. |
$60-$95 |
Bronchitis
May include evaluation and treatment to reduce cough, fever, and pain. |
$60-$75 |
Diabetes
May include evaluation and treatment to control blood sugar levels. |
$60-$100 |
High blood pressure
May include evaluation and treatment including, prescribed medication along with the lifestyle changes. |
$60-$95 |
Low back pain
May include evaluation and treatment to reduce pain and strengthen the back. |
$60-$95 |
Sinus infection
May include evaluation and treatment to relieve pressure and clear up an infection. |
$60-$65 |
Strep throat
May included evaluation and treatment including prescriber antibiotics. |
$60-$80 |
Upper respiratory infection
May include evaluation and treatment to relieve symptoms and prevent complications. |
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These costs represent the cost of a single physician office visit. Your actual cost will vary by the type of specialist seen (primary care, surgeon, medical specialist) and the types of services provided. There are no limits on the number of visits paid for during a benefit year.
The majority of people will experience costs in the ranges above. These costs are estimates only. Your costs may vary based on your Priority Health plan or specific service performed by the health care provider.
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Why is it important to understand costs?
Knowing the actual cost of your medical care can make it easier to budget for your health care expenses. Talk about costs with your doctor when discussing health care options and prescription drugs.
How can you reduce your costs?
- Call your doctor first! Of course, if you're having what could be a life-threatening emergency (chest pain, for example) then you should call 911 or go directly to an emergency room. But your doctor's practice is covered 24 hours a day, every day, so call them when you have a less-serious problem that you think needs immediate attention. Often, their advice over the phone could help you avoid an expensive and inconvenient visit to an urgent care center or emergency room.
- Get a written treatment plan from your doctors, and follow it carefully to reduce the chance your illness will recur.
- Make sure you know what the warning signs are for your condition or illness, and what to do if they occur. Fast action could keep you out of the hospital, which will save thousands of dollars.
- Use generic drugs when they're available and your doctor thinks they're right for you.
- Take your drugs exactly as you're instructed to - don't quit just because you feel better.
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